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    SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ™[...]

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    Model PP19S INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE[...]

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    Notes, Cautions, and W arnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A W ARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death. ____________[...]

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    3 Setting Up Y our Inspiron ™ Mini 10 . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7 Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ubuntu ® Setup[...]

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    4 Contents Restoring Y our Operating System . . . . . . . 4 0 System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Using Dell ™ PC Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2 Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 4 4 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 6 T echnical Support and Customer Service[...]

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    5 INSPIRON Setting Up Y our Inspiron ™ Mini 10 This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Y our 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 ai[...]

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    6 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 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 incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cabl[...]

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    7 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) T o use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.[...]

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    8 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Press the Power Button[...]

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    9 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Setup If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer , it is already configured. T o set up Windows XP for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take up to 15 minutes to complete. The screens will take you through seve[...]

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    10 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country . T o connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order , you can purchase one fro[...]

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    11 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: T o 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 . T o set up your connection to a wireless router: NOTE: The following steps were wri[...]

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    12 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 NOTE: The following steps were written for the Windows default view , so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ computer to the Windows Classic view . Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs. Click 2. Start → Control Panel . Under 3. Network and Internet Connections , select Setup [...]

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    13 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Click the appropriate option under 8. How do you want to connect to the Internet? , and click Next . Use the setup information provided by your 9. ISP to complete the setup.[...]

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    INSPIRON 14 Using Y our Inspiron ™ Mini 10 Y our Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features 1 2 3 4 5[...]

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    15 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Audio out/Headphone connector – Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio in/Microphone connector – Connects to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. 3 Power USB connector – This connector can be used for USB devices that require more[...]

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    16 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Left Side Features 1 2 3 4[...]

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    17 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Security cable slot – Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to the computer . NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer . 2 AC adapter connector – Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery . 3 USB 2.[...]

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    18 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 4 3 2[...]

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    19 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Power/Battery indicator light – T urns on steadily or blinks to indicate power/battery charge status. The light indicates the following states while charging or using the computer with: an AC adapter Solid white – The computer is on and/or • the battery is charging. Blinking white – The computer is in[...]

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    20 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 T ouch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: T raditional Scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. T o scroll up and down: Move a finger up or down in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad) to scroll up or down on the active[...]

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    21 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10[...]

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    22 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Display Features 1 2 3 4[...]

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    23 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Microphone – Provides quality sound for audio chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light – Indicates if the camera is on or off. 3 Camera – Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display – Y our display can vary based on selections you made when purchasing your computer .[...]

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    24 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Removing and Replacing the Battery 1 2 3[...]

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    25 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Battery 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery lock latch WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use a battery purchased from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery , shut down the computer , and remov[...]

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    26 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Productivity and Communication Y ou can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and[...]

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    27 Using Y our Inspiron™ Mini 10 Customizing the Desktop Y ou can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper , screensaver , and so on by accessing the Display Properties window . T o access the display properties window: Right-click an open area of the desktop. 1. Click 2. Properties , to open the Display Properties w[...]

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    INSPIRON 28 Solving Problems WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover . See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or w[...]

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    29 Solving Problems Re-establish your connection to the wireless • router: Save and close any open files, and exit a. any open programs. Click b. Start → Internet Explorer → Connect to the Internet . Follow the instructions on the screen c. to complete the setup. Wired Connections If the network connection is lost — The cable is loose or[...]

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    30 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power . If the computer is plugged into a power strip, • ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on. Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power ext[...]

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    31 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. T oo many devices connected to a • power strip. Multiple power strips[...]

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    32 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. Applications . Click the program that is no l[...]

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    33 Solving Problems If you have other software problems — Back up your files immediately . • Use a virus-scanning program to check the • hard drive or CDs. Save and close any open files or programs • and shut down your computer through the Start menu. Check the software documentation or • contact the software manufacturer for [...]

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    INSPIRON 34 Using Support T ools NOTE: The instructions in this section are for computers with Windows XP operating system installed. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Service[...]

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    35 Using Support T ools 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 operating system or the program that was runnin[...]

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    36 Using Support T ools Enter system setup and ensure that the boot • sequence information is correct (see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard disk or the Dell Support website at support.dell.com ). No timer tick interrupt — A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see “Contacting Dell” on page 51 fo[...]

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    37 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 32 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 51) for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE:[...]

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    38 Using Support T ools Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics 4. from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Y our computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve dis[...]

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    39 Using Support T ools[...]

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    INSPIRON 40 Restoring Y our Operating System Y ou 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. Dell • Factory Image Restore r[...]

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    41 Restoring Y our Operating System NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view , so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ computer to the Windows Classic view . Starting System Restore Click 1. Start → All Programs → Accessories → System T ools → System Restore . In the welcome screen, click 2. Nex[...]

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    42 Restoring Y our Operating System Using Dell ™ PC Restore CAUTION: Using Dell PC 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 these options. Use PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating sy[...]

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    43 Restoring Y our Operating System When prompted, click 4. Finish to reboot the computer . NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer . Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot. When prompted, click 5. Y es . The computer restarts. Because the computer is restored to its original operating state, the screens that appear , such as the [...]

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    44 Restoring Y our Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before Y ou 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 problem, then use System Restore to return your ope[...]

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    45 Restoring Y our Operating System Reinstalling 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. NOTE: Y our computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any [...]

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    INSPIRON 46 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. 28 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 37 for procedures on how to run Dell Diag[...]

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    47 Getting Help T echnical 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. T o c o n ta c t D el l ’ s s u pp o r t se r v i c e , s e e “B e f o r e Y ou Call” on page 5 0 and then see the con[...]

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    48 Getting Help Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com • Log in as user: anonymous , and use your e-mail address as your password. Automated Order -Status Service T o 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 pro[...]

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    49 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under W arranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: Call Dell to obtain the procedures on 1. returning the items for repair under warranty or for credit. NOTE: For the telephone number to call for your region, see “Contacting Dell” on page 51. Inclu[...]

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    50 Getting Help Before Y ou 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 . Y ou may also be asked for your Service T ag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the following Diagnostics Checklist. If possibl[...]

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    51 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 of problem and troubleshooting • pr[...]

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    INSPIRON 52 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 desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer , and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be fou[...]

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    53 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer . review W arranty information, T erms and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your com[...]

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    INSPIRON 54 Specifications System model Inspiron 1011 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 option to view informa[...]

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    55 Specications Computer information System chipset Intel 945GSE UMA Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width single channel 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 32 bits Flash EEPROM 1 MB PCI Bus 32 bits Internal storage T ype Capacity 2.5’’ HDD SA T A 120 GB or 160 GB @ 5400 rpm 2.5’’ SSD (Solid-state drive) MLC 8 GB or 16 GB Communica[...]

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    56 Specications Audio Audio type 2 channel High Definition Audio Audio controller Realtek ALC272 Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to- digital and digital-to- analog) Internal interface Intel High Definition Audio External interface microphone-in connector , stereo headphones/ speakers connector , digital MIC with camera module Speaker two 1.0 wa[...]

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    57 Specications Ports and connectors USB two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors one 4-pin power USB 2.0-compliant connector Video 15-hole connector Display T ype (T rueLife) 10.1 inch WSVGA Dimensions: Height 222.72 mm (8.76 inches) Width 125.28 mm (4.93 inches) Diagonal 255.52 mm (10.06 inches) Maximum resolution 1024 x 576 Refresh rate 60 Hz O[...]

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    58 Specications Camera Pixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 320 x 240 ~1280 x 1024 (640 x 480 at 30 fps) Diagonal viewing angle 66° T ouch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 78.5 mm (3.09 inches) sensor -active area Height 38 mm (1.49 inches) rectangle Battery T ype 3-cell/6-cell lithium ion Depth 23.1 mm (0.9[...]

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    59 Specications Battery V oltage 11.1 VDC (3/6-cell) Charge time (approximate) : Computer off 3.0 hours (3-cell) 4.0 hours (6-cell) Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage - 40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC adapter Input voltage 100–240 V AC Input current (maximum) 0.8A Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output pow[...]

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    60 Specications AC adapter 30 W Delta Height 59.2 mm (2.33 inches) Width 34.0 mm (1.34 inches) Depth 85.0 mm (3.35 inches) W eight (with cables) 0.205 kg (0.45 lb) Physical Height 26.8 mm to 28.3 mm (1.06 to 1.11 inches) Width 261 mm (10.27 inches) Depth 182 mm (7.16 inches) W eight (with 3-cell battery): Configurable to less than 1.35 kg (2.98 [...]

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    61 Specications Computer environment Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 G Storage 160 G[...]

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    INSPIRON 62 A AC adapter size and weight 57, 58 airflow , allowing 5 B backups creating 25 C calling Dell 48 chipset 53 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 10 Contacting Dell online 49 customer service 45 D damage, avoiding 5 Dell Factory Image Restore 38 Dell Support Center 32 Dell support website 51 Dell T echnology Guide for fur[...]

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    63 Index F finding more information 50 FTP login, anonymous 46 H hardware problems diagnosing 34 Hardware T roubleshooter 3 4 help getting assistance and support 44 I Internet connection 10 ISP Internet Service Provider 10 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 52 Microsoft ® Windows ® XP setup 9 N network connection fixing 27 network speed [...]

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    64 Index processor 52 products information and purchasing 46 R reinstalling Windows 38 resources, finding more 50 S setup, before you begin 5 software features 24 software problems 30 solving problems 26 specifications 52 support e-mail addresses 45 support sites worldwide 45 System Messages 33 system reinstall options 38 System Restore 38 T techni[...]

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