Dell Inspiron 1470- User Manual

5 This section provides information about setting up your Dell ™ Inspiron ™ 1470/1570 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 computer.Restricting airflow arou...

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 incompati...

8 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

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 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 setup your connection to a wireless rou...

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 Internet Service Provider (ISP) might have a ...

16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron 1470/1570 laptop. Right View Features 1 2 4 3 INSPIRON Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 1 2 6 3 4 5 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 1 2 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 4 5 2 3 1 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

24 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. Aut...

25 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 en...

26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys You can configure the multimedia control keys on the keyboard using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. The options in the Function Key Behavior setting are: Multimedia Key First – This is the default setting. Pressing a...

28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and accompanying digital microphone. 1 2 3 4 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to derive the maximum backup time from your battery. This feature is enabled by default and is activated when you disconnect the AC power.Press <F3> to enable or disable the feature...

32 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 on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentati...

34 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Transferring Information to a New Computer Windows Vista ® NOTE: The following steps are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Click 1. Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance →...

35 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is a group of icons that provide 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 • C...

36 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 42 or “Contacting Dell” on page 63. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Se...

37 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)....

38 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off, in hibernate state, or not receiving power. Press the power button. The computer • resumes normal operation if it is off or in hibernate mode.Reseat the power cable into both the • power connector on th...

39 Solving Problems If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are: Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a ...

40 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. ...

42 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...

43 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...

45 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...

50 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...

51 Restoring Your Operating System CAUTION: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them.NOTE: The procedures in this document are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ computer to the Windows...

52 Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore WARNING: 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...

54 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. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the prob...

55 Restoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Microsoft Windows The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. Save and close any open files and exit a...

56 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. 36 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See the 2. Dell Technology Guid...

57 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 61 and then see...

58 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...

59 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...

60 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 ...

61 Getting Help Pack the equipment to be returned in the 5. original (or equivalent) packing materials. NOTE: You are responsible for paying shipping expenses. You are also responsible for insuring any product returned, and you assume the risk of loss during shipment to Dell. Collect On Delivery (C....

63 Getting Help Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telep...

64 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system the Operating System disc run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall computer system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers ...

66 System Model Dell Inspiron 1470/1570 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 on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals . NOTE: Offer...

67 Basic Specifications 7-in-1 Memory Card Reader Memory card controller Ricoh R5C833 Memory card connector 7-in-1 combo card connector Flash cards supported Secure Digital (SD)SD High-Density (SDHD)SD High-Capacity (SDHC) MultiMediaCard (MMC)MMCplusxD-Picure CardMemory StickMemory Stick Pro Memory ...

69 Basic Specifications Battery 4-cell/6-cell “smart” lithium ion: Depth 53.2 mm (2.09 inches) Height 21.4 mm (0.84 inches) Width 209.4 mm (8.24 inches) Weight 0.26 kg (0.57 lb) (4-cell)0.35 kg (0.77 lb) (6-cell) 9-cell “smart” lithium ion: Depth 53.2 mm (2.09 inches) Height 41.7 mm (1.64 inches) Wi...

70 Basic Specifications AC Adapter Output current 3.34 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 ± 1 VDC Operating temperature 0° to 40°C(32° to 104°F) Storage temperature –40° to 70°C(–40° to 158°F) Physical Inspiron 1470: Height 26.3 mm to 29.2 mm (1.03 inches to 1.5 inches) Width 340.0 mm (13.39 i...

71 Basic 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 simula...

72 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 must be auth...

73 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...

74 Index A airflow, allowing 5 Appendix Macrovision 72 B backups creating 34 C CDs, playing and creating 32 computer capabilities 32 computer, setting up 5connect(ing) to the Internet 12 conserving energy 33 Contacting Dell online 63 customizing your desktop 32 your energy settings 33 D damage, avoi...