Dell MV909 - Manual

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

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...

10 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) NOTE: Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) is not required if you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet. Installing a SIM on your computer allows you to connect to the Internet. To access the Intern...

14 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need an external USB 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 D...

15 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, your ISP may have a service outage. Contact your ...

16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 3 5 2 44 INSPIRON

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

22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 4 5 2 3 1

25 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...

26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and accompanying digital microphone. 1 2 3 4

28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to maximize your battery’s charge. This feature is enabled by default and is activated when you disconnect the AC power.Press <F3> to enable or disable the feature. The Extended Bat...

30 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...

31 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can use the customizing options available in your operating system to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, or other features on your desktop. Right-click an open area of the desktop. 1. Click 2. Personalize , to open the...

32 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...

33 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Add a Category Right-click the Dock and click 1. Add → Category . The Add/Edit Category window appears. Enter a title for the category in the 2. Title field. Select an icon for the category from the 3. Select an image: box. Click 4. Save . Add an Icon Drag and drop the ...

34 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 40 or “Contacting Dell” on page 61. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the...

35 Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless connection is lost — Check your wireless router to ensure it is • powered on and connected to your cable modem or network hub.Interference may be blocking or interrupting • your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to your wireless router....

37 Solving Problems Memory Problems Insufficient memory message — Save and close any open files and exit any • open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem.See the software documentation for • minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Servic...

38 Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems Computer does not start up — Check that the AC adapter cable is firmly • connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet. A program stops responding — End the program: Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously. 1. Click 2. Appl...

40 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...

41 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...

43 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. → Help and Support . T...

48 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...

49 Restoring Your Operating System CAUTION: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them. Starting System Restore Click 1. . In the search box, type 2. System Restore and press <Enter>. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear...

50 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...

52 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 the Roll Back Driver feature in Windows. If this feature does not resolve the probl...

53 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...

54 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. 34 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See the 2. Dell Technology Guid...

55 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 59 and then see...

56 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...

57 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...

58 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 ...

59 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....

61 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...

62 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 ...

64 System Model Dell Inspiron 1370 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...

65 Basic Specifications 7-in-1 Memory Card Reader Memory card controller Realtek RTS5159 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)MMC plus xD-Picure CardMemory StickMemory Stick Pro Me...

66 Basic Specifications Connectors Audio one stereo headphone/ speaker connector Mini-Card one Type IIIA full Mini- Card slot, one half-size Mini-Card slot HDMI connector 19-pin Network adapter RJ45 connector USB three 4-pin USB 2.0- compliant connectors Video 15-hole connector Communications Modem ...

67 Basic Specifications Battery 4-cell lithium ion Depth 32.2 mm (1.26 inches) Height 20.87 mm (0.82 inches) Width 270.4 mm (10.64 inches) Weight 0.23 kg (0.5 lb) Charge time (approximate) 1 hour to 80% capacity and 2 hours to 100% capacity (when the computer is turned off) Life span (approximate) 3...

68 Basic Specifications AC Adapter Input voltage 100–240 VAC Input current 1.5 A Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output power 65 W 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 Hei...

69 Basic Specifications Computer Environment Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Non-operating –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Non-operating 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration (using a random vibration spectrum...

70 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...

71 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...

72 Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backups creating 31 C calling Dell for assistance 59 CDs, playing and creating 30 computer capabilities 30 computer, setting up 5connect(ing) to the Internet 14 conserving energy 31 Contacting Dell online 61 Customer Service 55 customizing your desktop 30 your energy...