Dell N301Z - 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 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 mandatory a...

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...

16 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional) NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive for procedures that involve discs. Connect the external optical drive to the USB connectors on your computer.

17 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of the TV tuner may vary by region. To set up the TV tuner for the first time: Click 1. Start → All Programs → Windows Media Center. Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. Connect to the Internet (Optional) To co...

18 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, • connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite • modem co...

19 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows ® 7 Ensure that wireless is enabled on your 1. computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 14).Save and close any open files, and exit any 2. open programs.Click 3. Start → Control Panel. In the search box, type 4. network and then click Network and ...

22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 2 3 4 5 INSPIRON

24 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 1 2

26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 1 Connector cover — Covers the antenna-in connector, HDMI connector, and the mini- DisplayPort connector. 2 Antenna-in connector (on supported models) — Connects to an external antenna to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 3 H...

27 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 1 2 3 1 Power indicator light — Indicates the power states. For more information on the power indicator light, see “Status Lights and Indicators” on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light — Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A solid white...

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

29 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/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 44.

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

32 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...

33 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 enla...

34 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 using the System Setup (BIOS) Utility or the Windows Mobility C...

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

38 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...

40 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 . FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. T...

41 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive, use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve discs. You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs/DVDs,...

42 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 • ...

43 This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on page 49 or “Contacting Dell” on page 73. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Man...

44 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)....

46 Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an 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 memo...

47 Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the AC adapter 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. A...

49 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 service code, and servi...

50 Using Support Tools My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. Some of the software pre-installed on your new computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. From this website you can download available software for ...

53 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...

58 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...

59 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 ...

60 Restoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Prepare backup media of applications you need to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local B...

62 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...

63 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...

64 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...

65 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. 43 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See the 2. Dell Technology Guide on your har...

66 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 71 and then see...

67 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...

68 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 p...

69 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...

71 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 ...

73 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 53 reinstall laptop system software “My Dell Downloads” on page 50 find more information about the ...

76 Computer Model Dell ™ Inspiron ™ N301Z Processor Type Intel ® Core ™ i3 Intel Core i5Intel ® Pentium ® Processor Intel Celeron ® Processor System Chipset Type Mobile Intel 5 Series express chipset HM57 Memory Memory module connector two user-accessible SODIMM connectors Memory module capacities 1...

77 Specifications Memory Possible memory configurations 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 5 GB, 6 GB, and 8 GB Memory type 1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 (runs at 800 MHz) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals . Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56K USB...

78 Specifications Video Video controller ATI Mobility Radeon ™ HD 5430 Video memory DDR3 1 GB Display Type 13.3” HD WLED, TrueLife Display area : Height 293.41 mm (11.55 inches) Width 164.96 mm (6.49 inches) Diagonal 337.8 mm (13.30 inches) Camera Pixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 160 x 120 ~1280...

79 Specifications Connectors USB two four-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors eSATA one seven-pin/four- pin eSATA/USB combo connector Mini- DisplayPort one 20-pin connector Media Card Reader one 7-in-1 slot Antenna-in connector (optional) one MCX connector Battery Types and dimensions : 6-cell “smart” ...

80 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 (maximum) 1.7 A Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output power 65 W Output current: 3.34 A (continuous) Rated outpu...

81 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...

82 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...

83 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...

84 A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 41 C calling Dell 73 computer capabilities 40 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 73 customer service 66 D DellConnect 66 Dell Diagnostics 53 Dell Support Center 49 Diagnostic Checklist 72 drivers and downloads 75 DVDs, playing and creating 41...