Dell P04E - Manual

8 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Press the Power Button

9 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Set Up Windows Vista Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista ® . To set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take up to 15 minutes to complete. The Windows Vista set up screens ...

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 Your Internet Connection ISPs (Internet Service Providers) 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 ...

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

16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 1 2 3 4 5

18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front Side Features 1 2 3 4 5

22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features 2 3 1

24 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: Traditional Scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. To scroll up and down: Move a finger up or down in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch...

25 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 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: Move a finger up in the zoom zone (extreme left of the touch pad) to zoom in. To zoom out: Move a fing...

26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard.To use the media controls, press the required key. You can use the Function Key Behavior setting in the System Setup (BIOS) Utility or the Windows Mobility Center to configure the media control keys. Syst...

28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive CAUTION: Do not press down on the disc tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. CAUTION: Do not move the computer while playing the disc. This optical drive plays or records CDs and DVDs. Ensure that ...

30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual digital microphones. 1 2 3 4 5

32 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...

34 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/manuals . Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create pr...

35 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window. To access the Display Properties window: Right-click an open area of the desktop. 1....

36 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Transferring Information to a New Computer Click 1. Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance → Welcome Center → Transfer files and settings . If the User Account Control window appears, click Continue . Follow the instructions in the 2. Windows Easy Transfer wizar...

37 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 45 or “Contacting Dell” on page 63. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Se...

38 Solving Problems Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. The following repetitive beep codes help you troubleshoot problems with your computer. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support websit...

39 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)....

40 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off, in hibernate mode, or is 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...

42 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...

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

45 Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center is an easy-to-use application that provides information about your computer, personalized service and support resources.To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbar. The Dell Support Center home page displays your compute...

46 Using Support Tools System Messages If your computer has an issue or an 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 ...

47 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...

51 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...

52 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 ...

53 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...

54 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...

55 Restoring Your Operating System To reinstall Windows, you need the following: Dell • Operating System disc Dell • Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to lo...

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

57 Getting Help When prompted by Dell’s automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the dir...

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 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 any and all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as re...

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 If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. the Operating System disc run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be foun...

66 Computer Model Inspiron 17 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 → Help and Support and select the o...

67 Specifications ExpressCard ExpressCard controller Intel ICH9M ExpressCard connector one ExpressCard slot (54 mm) Cards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) ExpressCard/54 (54 mm)1.5 V and 3.3 V ExpressCard connector size 26 pins Memory Connectors two internally- accessible SO-DIMM sockets Capacities ...

68 Specifications Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel Express Cantiga GM45 (UMA), GM45/PM45 (Discrete) Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width dual channel (2) 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 36 bits Flash EPROM 2 MB Communications Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system bo...

69 Specifications Camera (Optional) Pixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 640 x 480 at 30 fps (maximum) Diagonal viewing angle 66° Audio Audio type 2 channel High Definition Audio Audio controller IDT 92HD71 Internal interface Intel High Definition Audio External interface microphone-in connector, st...

70 Specifications Media Drive CD/DVD Writer (Dual Layer DVD+/-RW Drive)Blu-ray Disc ™ (BD) (optional) Interface Roxio Creator DE or Roxio Creator Premier Blu-ray (for Blu-ray Disc)PowerDVD Display Type (active- matrix TFT) 17.3-inch HD+ WLED with TrueLife17.3-inch FHD WLED with TrueLife Dimensions: ...

71 Specifications Display Vertical +15°/–30° (HD+ WLED with TrueLife)±50° (FHD WLED with TrueLife) Pixel pitch 0.2388 x 0.2388 mm (HD+ WLED with TrueLife)0.1989 x 0.1989 (FHD WLED with TrueLife) Controls brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (for more information, see the Dell Tech...

72 Specifications Battery Type 4-cell “smart” lithium ion 6-cell “smart” lithium ion 9-cell “smart” lithium ion Depth 57.7 mm (2.27 inches) (4/6/9-cell) Height 20.2 mm (0.79 inches) (4/6-cell) 40.0 mm (1.57 inches) (9-cell) Width 205.1 mm (8.07 inches) (4/6-cell) 276.9 mm (10.9 inches) (9-cell) Weig...

74 Specifications AC Adapter Width 70 mm (2.8 inches) Length 147 mm (5.8 inches) Weight (with cables) 0.345 kg (0.76 lbs) Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage –30° to 65°C (–22° to 149°F) Physical Height 29.8 mm to 39.5 mm (1.17 inches to 1.55 inches) Width 416 mm (16.38 inch...

75 Specifications Computer Environment Maximum shock (for operating: measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2-ms half-sine pulse; for non-operating: measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 GRMS Non-Operating 160 GRMS Altitud...

76 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...

77 A AC adapter size and weight 73 airflow, allowing 5 B backups creating 36 C calling Dell 61 CDs, playing and creating 34 chipset 68 computer capabilities 34 computer, setting up 5 conserving energy 35 Contacting Dell online 63 customer service 57 customizing your desktop 34 your energy settings 3...