Dell 1564 Laptop User Manual
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1. 1 Service Tag 67 Getting Help Diagnostic Checklist Remember to fill out the following Diagnostics Checklist If possible turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard relay detailed information during operations or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself Ensure that the computer documentation is available 68 Name Date Address Phone number Service Tag bar code on the back or bottom of the computer Express Service Code Return Material Authorization Number if provided by Dell support technician Operating system and version Devices Expansion cards Are you connected to a network Yes No Network version and network adapter Programs and versions 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 procedures you performed Getting Help Contacting Dell For customers in the United States call 800 WWW DELL 800 999 3355 K NOTE If you do not have an active Internet connection you can find contact information on your2. 45 Lockups and Software Problems 46 Contents Using Support 015 48 Dell Support 48 System 49 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 55 System Restore 56 Dell Factory Image Restore 58 Operating System Reinstallation 60 Getting 62 Technical Support and Customer lig Dm 63 63 Online Services 64 Automated Order Status Service 65 Product Information 65 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 66 Before You 67 Contacting 69 Finding More Information and Resources oer n pex Ee 70 Basic Specifications 72 Appendix berti Re Rn 78 Macrovision Product Notice 78 Information for NOM or Official Mexican Standard Only for Mexico 79 Index 80 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Dell Inspiron 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
3. USB 2 0 connector Connects to USB devices such as a mouse keyboard printer external drive or MP3 player 21 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 123 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 9 Power indicator light Indicates the following power states Solid white The computer is on Breathing white The computer is in standby mode Off The computer is off or in hibernate state 2 8 Hard drive indicator light Turns on when the computer reads or writes data A blinking light indicates hard drive activity 3 Battery indicator light Indicates the following states when the computer is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery Indicator light status Computer state s Battery charge level AC adapter Solid white on off standby hibernate lt 98 off on off standby hibernate gt 98 Battery Solid amber on standby lt 10 off on off standby hibernate gt 10 NOTE The battery is charging when the computer is powered using an AC adapter 4 Analog microphone Built in microphone for conferencing and chatting 23 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 9 Power button Turns the computer on or off when pressed 2 Fun
4. No bootable partition on hard drive the hard drive cable is loose or no bootable device exists e f the hard drive is your boot device ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support dell com manuals No timer tick interrupt A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 50 USB over current error Disconnect the USB device Your USB device needs more power for itto function properly Use an external power source to connect the USB device or if your device has two USB cables connect both of them CAUTION Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range It is recommended that you back up your data regularly A parameter out of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem S M A R T error possible hard drive failure Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 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 Using Support Tools To start the Hardware Troubleshooter 1 Click Sta
5. Laptop Windows 7 1 Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer see Enable or Disable Wireless on page 12 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs Click Start 5 EM Control Panel Network and Sharing Center Connect to a network Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup 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 the ISP might have a service outage Contact your ISP to check the service status or try connecting again later Have your ISP information ready If you do not have an ISP the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one 16 To set up your Internet connection Windows Vista K NOTE The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view so they may not apply if you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 2 Click Start e Control Panel Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center Set up a connection or network Connect to the Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears K NOTE If you do not know which type of connection to select click Help me choose or contact your ISP 3 Follow the instructions
6. NOTE The Service Tag for your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you contact Dell 9 When the tests are complete close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window 10 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer click Exit 11 Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the e If you received the Operating System disc following ways with your computer you can use itto restore your operating system However using the Operating System disc also deletes all data on the hard drive Use the disc only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem 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 returns your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer This procedure permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after you received the computer Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem 55 Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to retur
7. back up your data Windows Vista 1 Click Start 69 Control Panel System and Maintenance Back Up and Restore Center Back up files If the User Account Control window appears click Continue K NOTE Certain editions of Windows Vista provide an option to back up your computer 2 Follow the instructions on the Back Up Files wizard Windows 7 1 Click Start 6 Control Panel System and Security Back Up and Restore 2 Click Set up backup 3 Follow the instructions on the Configure Backup wizard Dell DataSafe Online Backup K NOTE Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions K NOTE A broadband connection is recommended for fast upload download speeds Dell DataSafe Online is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft fire or natural disasters You can access the service on your computer using a password protected account Using Your Inspiron Laptop For more information go to delldatasafe com To schedule backups 1 Double click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the taskbar 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen 39 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 Changing the color and lo
8. devices such as digital cameras and cell phones Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to disc saved on portable products such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices or played and viewed directly on connected TVs projectors and home theater equipment 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 To customize your desktop Windows Vista 1 Right click an open area of the desktop 2 Click Personalize to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options Windows 7 1 Right click an open area of the desktop 2 Click Personalize to open the Change the visuals and sounds on your computer window and learn more about your customization options Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your Dell computer provides the following options Windows Vista Dell Recommended Offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of inactivity Power saver Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amoun
9. in the horizontal scroll zone extreme bottom of the touch pad in a clockwise circular motion to scroll right or counterclockwise circular motion to scroll left 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 out Move a finger down in the zoom zone extreme left of the touch pad Using Your Inspiron Laptop 27 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 on the keyboard using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup BIOS utility or the Windows Mobility Center System Setup BIOS Utility To access the Function Key Behavior 1 Press F2 during POST Power On Self Test to enter the System Setup BIOS utility 2 In the Function Key Behavior select Multimedia Key First or Function Key First The options in the Function Key Behavior setting are Multimedia Key First This is the default setting Pressing any multimedia control key performs the associated multimedia action For function key press Fn the required function key Function Key First Pressing any function key performs the associated function F
10. page 69 66 Include a copy of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for the return Include a copy ofthe Diagnostics Checklist see Diagnostic Checklist on page 68 indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page 52 Include any accessories that belong with the item s being returned power cables software guides and so on if the return is for credit Pack the equipment to be returned in the original or equivalent packing materials K 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 0 D packages are not accepted K NOTE Returns that are missing any of the preceding requirements will be refused at Dell s receiving dock and returned to you Getting Help Before You Call K 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 on a label on the bottom of your computer
11. pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer If a program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system Run the Program Compatibility Wizard The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments To run the Program Compatibility Wizard Windows Vista 1 Click Start Control Panel Programs Use an older program with this version of Windows 2 In the welcome screen click Next 3 Follow the instructions on the screen Windows 7 1 Click Start 2 In the search box type Use an older program with this version of Windows and press lt Enter gt 3 Follow the instructions on the Program Compatibility wizard If you have other software problems Back up your files immediately Use a virus scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs Solving Problems e 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 troubleshooting information Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run t
12. purchase invoice packing slip bill or Dell product catalog Dell provides several online and telephone based support and service options Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your area To contact Dell for sales technical support or customer service issues 1 Visit support dell com contactdell 2 Select your country or region 3 Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need 4 Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you 69 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall computer system software or update drivers for your computer and readme files learn more about your operating system maintaining peripherals RAID Internet Bluetooth networking and e mail upgrade your computer with new or additional memory or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part 70 See the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc K NOTE Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support dell com the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support dell com manuals the Service Manual at support dell com manuals NOTE In some countries opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty Check your warranty and return policies before working inside y
13. system your hard drive or at may not be available in all countries support dell com manuals for more troubleshooting information 3 See Dell Diagnostics on page 52 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics 4 Fill outthe Diagnostic Checklist on Service Code open the Dell Accessories folder page 68 double click the Express Service Code icon and 5 Use Dell s extensive suite of online services follow the directions available at Dell Support support dell com K NOTE Some of the services not for help with installation and troubleshooting always available in all locations outside procedures See Online Services on the continental U S Call your local Dell at 11 more extensive list of Dell representative for information on availability upport online 62 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 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 67 Getting Help DellConnect DellConnect is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection diagnose your problem and
14. vibration spectrum that simulates user environment 0 66 GRMS 1 30 GRMS Operating Non Operating 76 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 110G Non Operating 160 G Altitude maximum Operating 15 2 to 3048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Storage 15 2 to 10 668 m 50 to 35 000 ft Airborne contaminant 62 or lower as level defined by ISA S71 04 1985 Basic Specifications 77 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 must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 78 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 M xico S A de C V Paseo de la Reforma 2620 Flat 11 Col Lomas Alt
15. your computer Restricting airflow around your Inspiron laptop may cause it to overheat To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10 2 cm 4 inches at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5 1 cm 2 inches on all other sides You should never place your computer in an enclosed space such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on WARNING Do not block push objects into or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents Do not place your Dell computer in a low airflow environment such as a closed briefcase while it is powered on Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer CAUTION Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may result in permanent damage to the computer 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 Z 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 cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer K NOTE Connect the power cable to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power K NOTE Use
16. Boot System Assessment PSA on your computer K NOTE If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop then shut down your computer and try again K NOTE If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc If PSA is invoked The PSA starts running tests b If the PSA completes successfully the following message appears No problems have been found with this system so far Do you want to run the remaining memory tests This will take about 30 minutes or more Do you want to continue Recommended If you are experiencing memory issues press y otherwise press n The following message appears Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition Press any key to continue d Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window Using Support Tools If PSA is not invoked Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive 4 Select the test you want to run 5 If a problem is encountered during a test a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 K NOTE The Service Tag for your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen The Service Tag help
17. INSPIRON SETUP GUIDE YOURS IS HERE INSPIRON SETUP GUIDE Regulatory Model PO8F series Regulatory Type 08 001 Notes Cautions and Warnings K NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer A CAUTION A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem AN WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death If you purchased a Dell n Series computer any references in this document to Microsoft Windows operating systems are not applicable Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2009 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo Inspiron YOURS IS HERE Dell on Call and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and Windows Vista start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Blu ray Disc is a trademark of the Blu ray Disc Association Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and is used by Dell under license Oth
18. Insert the Operating System disc 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears 4 Restart the computer 5 When the DELL logo appears press F12 immediately Restoring Your Operating System K NOTE If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop then shut down your computer and try again K NOTE The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only On the next start up the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program 6 When the boot device list appears highlight CD DVD CD RW Drive and press Enter 7 Press any key to Boot from CD ROM Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation Use the Drivers and Utilities disc to install the drivers and utilities for your computer as needed 61 Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer If the preceding steps have not resolved the you can complete the following steps to problem see Before You Call on page 67 diagnose and troubleshoot the problem K NOTE Call Dell Support from a telephone 1 See Solving Problems on page 41 for near or at the computer so that the support information and procedures that pertain to staff can assist you with any necessary the problem your computer is experiencing procedures 2 See the Dell Technology Guide available on K NOTE Dell s Express Service Code
19. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features 32 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Camera activity indicator Indicates if the camera is on or off 2 Camera Built in camera for video capture conferencing and chat 3 Display Your display can vary based on selections you made when purchasing your computer For more information about displays see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support dell com manuals 33 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 The Extended Battery Life pop up appears to indicate the current status To learn more about the customization options for Dell Extended Battery Life 1 Press The Extended Battery Life pop up appears 2 Click Show Settings The Battery Meter window appears 3 Click What is Dell Extended Battery Life 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery AN WARNING Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer N 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 ba
20. are following the memory installation guidelines see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer Your computer supports DDR3 memory For more information about the type of memory supported by your computer see Basic Specifications on page 72 Reseat the memory modules see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page 52 If the problem persists contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 45 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 1 Press lt Ctrl gt lt Shift gt lt Esc gt simultaneously 2 Click Applications 3 Click the program that is no longer responding 4 Click End Task If a program crashes repeatedly Check the software documentation If necessary uninstall and then reinstall the program K NOTE Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the CD 46 If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears WARNING You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown If you are unable to get a response by
21. as 11950 M xico D F Regulatory Model Electricity Number Voltage Frequency Consumption Output Intensity PO8F 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 15A 3 34 A 4 62 A For details read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory compliance 79 Index A AC adapter connecting 6 light status 23 specifications 75 airflow computer safety 5 audio connecting 19 backup and recovery 39 backups creating 38 80 battery 6 cell 74 9 cell 74 coin cell 74 light status 23 C camera 33 video resolution 73 CDs playing and creating 36 chipset 72 computer capabilities 36 dimensions 75 setting up 5 connecting AC adapter 6 network cable 7 to the Internet 14 conserving energy 37 Contacting Dell online 69 customizing your desktop 36 your energy settings 37 damage avoiding 5 data backing up 38 Dell Diagnostics 52 Dell Factory Image Restore 57 display size 74 types 74 Index drivers and downloads 71 DVDs playing and creating 36 E e mail technical support 64 energy conserving 37 F FTP login anonymous 64 H HDMI 73 connecting 21 headphones connecting 19 help getting assistance and support 62 81 Index Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 Macrovision 78 media card reader 19 memory configurations 72 types 72 microphone analog 23 co
22. ble all wireless radios on an airplane flight 13 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet Setting Up a Wired Connection e f you are using a DSL or cable satellite Optional modem connection contact your ISP To connect to the Internet you need an external or cellular telephone service for setup modem or network connection and an Internet instructions Service Provider ISP f you are using a dial up connection If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter connect the telephone line to the optional is not a part of your original order you can external USB modem and to the telephone purchase one from www dell com wall connector before you set up your Internet connection To complete setting up your wired Internet connection follow the instructions in Setting Up Your Internet Connection on page 16 14 Setting Up a Wireless Connection K 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 set up your connection to a wireless router Windows Vista 1 Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer see Enable or Disable Wireless on page 12 2 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 3 Click Start Connect To 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up Your Inspiron
23. cation of the Dock Grouping related icons into categories Changing the behavior of the icons Add a Category Remove a Category or Icon 1 Right click the Dock click Add Category 1 Right click the category or icon on the Dock The Add Edit Category window is displayed and click Delete shortcut or Delete category 2 Enter a title for the category in the Title field 2 Follow the instructions on the screen 3 Select an icon for the category from the Personalize the Dock Select an image box 1 Right click the Dock and click Advanced 4 Click Save Setting Add an Icon 2 Choose the desired option to personalize the Dock Drag and drop the icon to the Dock or a category 40 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 48 or Contacting Dell on page 69 Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start up if there are errors or problems This series of beeps called a beep code identifies a problem Write down the beep code and contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 K NOTE To replace parts see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible motherboard failure BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE If you installed or replaced the memory mo
24. ck Next 4 Review your choices and then click Finish Your computer will restart and display a confirmation that the undo process is completed 57 Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore AN 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 Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem K NOTE Dell Factory Image Restore not be available in certain countries or on certain computers Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system This option restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer Any programs or files added since you received your computer 58 including data files are permanently deleted from the hard drive Data files include documents spreadsheets e mail messages digital photos music files and so on If possible back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore To restore the Dell factory image on your hard drive 1 Turn on the computer When the Dell logo appears press F8 several times to access the Advanced Boot Options window K NOTE If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Micros
25. ction key row The wireless enable and disable key brightness increase and decrease keys multimedia keys and the touch pad enable or disable key are located in this row For more information on the multimedia keys see Multimedia Control Keys on page 28 3 Touch pad Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor drag or move selected items and left click by tapping the surface It supports the Scroll and Zoom features For more information see Touch Pad Gestures on page 26 NOTE To enable or disable the touch pad press the key on the function key row on the keyboard 4 Touch pad buttons 2 Provide left click and right click functions like those on a mouse 25 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 pad To scroll right and left Move finger right or left in the horizontal scroll zone extreme bottom of the touch pad Circular Scroll Allows you to scroll up and down or right and left To scroll up and down Move a finger in the vertical scroll zone extreme right of the touch pad in a counter clockwise circular motion to scroll up or clockwise circular motion to scroll down To scroll right and left Move a finger
26. d is not listed in the following examples see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared You can also refer to the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support dell com manuals or contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 Alert Previous attempts at booting this system have failed at checkpoint nnnn For help in resolving this problem please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support The computer failed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for the same error Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 Using Support Tools CMOS checksum error Possible motherboard failure or Real Time Clock RTC battery low Replace the coin cell battery see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals or contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 CPU fan failure CPU fan has failed Replace the CPU fan see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals Hard disk drive failure Possible hard drive failure during POST Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 Hard disk drive read failure Possible hard drive failure during HDD boot test Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable To replace the keyboard see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals 49 Using Support Tools No boot device available
27. dth 274 5 mm 10 8 inches Weight 0 35 kg 0 77 Ib 74 Battery 9 cell smart lithium ion Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time approximate Operating time approximate Coin cell battery 53 1 mm 2 09 inches 42 9 mm 1 69 inches 314 45 mm 12 38 inches 0 52 kg 1 15 Ib 11 1 VDC 4 hours when the computer is turned off Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions CR 2032 AC Adapter Physical NOTE Use only AC adapters specified Height for use with your computer See the safety information that shipped with your Width computer Input voltage Input current Input frequency Output power Output current Rated output voltage Operating temperature Storage temperature Depth Weight with 15A 6 cell battery 50 60 Hz 65 W or 90 W 3 34 A 65 W continuous 4 62 A 90 W continuous 19 5 1 VDC 100 240 VAC 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F 40 to 65 C 40 to 149 F Basic Specifications 20 0 mm to 32 8 mm 0 78 inches to 1 3 inches 380 0 mm 14 96 inches 248 mm 9 76 inches configurable to less than 2 54 kg 5 6 Ib 75 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 non condensing Storage 5 to 95 non condensing Maximum vibration using a random
28. dule ensure that the memory module is seated properly Possible motherboard failure Chipset error RAM read write failure Real Time Clock failure Video card or chip failure Processor failure Display failure 41 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 Ensure that wireless is enabled see Enable or Disable Wireless on page 12 Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source cable modem or network hub Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless connection Try moving the computer closer to your wireless router Re establish your connection to the wireless router see Setting Up a Wireless Connection on page 15 42 Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lost The cable is loose or damaged e Check the cable to ensure it is plugged and not damaged e f the problem persists contact your network administrator or ISP Power Problems If the power or battery indicator light is off The computer is either turned off in standby or hibernate mode or not receiving power Press the power button The computer resumes normal operation if it is off or in hibernate mode Press a key on the keyboard move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad or press the
29. e Card type M and type NOTE Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot Blanks from other computers may not fit your computer 4 USB 2 0 connectors 2 Connect USB devices such as a mouse keyboard printer external drive or MP3 player 5 Optical drive Plays or records CDs DVDs or Blu ray Discs optional Ensure that the side with print or writing is facing upward when placing discs on the optical drive tray 6 Eject button Ejects the optical drive tray when pressed 19 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 1 2 20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Security cable slot Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer NOTE Before you buy a security cable ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer AC adapter connector Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery IC VGA connector Connects to a monitor or projector Network connector Connects your computer to a network or broadband device if you are using a wired network HDMI connector Connects to a TV for both 5 1 audio and video signals NOTE When used with a monitor only the video signal is read
30. er trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own September 2009 P N 8X93C Rev A00 Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC 6 Connect the Network Cable Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Install the SIM Card Optional 10 Enable or Disable Wireless Optional 12 Connect to the Internet Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View 18 Front View 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24 Touch Pad 26 Multimedia Control 28 Using the Optical Drive 30 Display Features 32 Dell Extended Battery Life 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software 36 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell DOCK eere t eee 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes oce rre remm 41 Network 42 Power 43 Memory
31. finger on the touch pad or press the power button to resume normal operation e f the problem persists contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 If the battery indicator light is solid amber The computer is in standby mode and the battery charge is low Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery Press a key on the keyboard move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad or press the power button to resume normal operation e If the problem persists contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 44 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 power strip Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message e 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 Reseat the memory modules into the connector s see the Service Manual at support dell com manuals If the problem persists contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 Solving Problems If you experience other memory problems Ensure that you
32. he software See the software documentation for information Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program f necessary uninstall and then reinstall the program 47 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 Alerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Assistance from Dell Technical Support with DellConnect The Dell Support Center home page displays your Customer Service Training and computer s model number service tag express Tutorials How To Help with service code and service contact information Dell on Call and Online Scan with PC CheckUp About Your System System Documentation Warranty Information System Information Upgrades amp Accessories The home page also provides links to access Self Help Troubleshooting Security System Performance Network Internet Backup Recovery and Windows operating system For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools click the Services tab at support dell com 48 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 K NOTE If the message you receive
33. l the SIM Card Optional Installing a Subscriber Identity Module SIM card allows you to browse the Internet check e mail and connect to a Virtual Private Network To access these features you must be within the network of your cellular service provider 1 SIM card 2 SIM card slot 3 battery bay 10 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To install the SIM card 1 Turn off your computer 2 Remove the battery see Removing and Replacing the Battery on page 34 3 In the battery bay slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot 4 Replace the battery see Removing and Replacing the Battery on page 34 5 Turn on your computer To remove the SIM card press and eject the SIM card 11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless 1 Ensure that your computer is turned on 2 Press the wireless key p on the keyboard A confirmation of your selection appears on the screen Wireless enabled e e Wireless disabled To disable wireless Press the wireless key p on the keyboard again to turn off all radios NOTE The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off all wireless radios WiFi and Bluetooth on your computer such as when you are asked to disa
34. n 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 in an undesirable operating state Any changes that System Restore makes to your computer are completely reversible K 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 Classic view 56 To run System Restore 1 Click Start 2 Click Programs Accessories System Tools System Restore K NOTE The User Account Control window may appear If you are an administrator on the computer click Continue otherwise contact your administrator to continue 3 Click Next and follow the instructions on the screen In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue you may undo the last system restore To undo the last System Restore K NOTE Before you undo the last system restore save and close all open files and exit any open programs Do not alter open or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete Click Start 2 Click All Programs Accessories System Tools System Restore K NOTE The User Account Control window may appear If you are an administrator on the computer click Continue otherwise contact your administrator to continue Restoring Your Operating System 3 Click Undo System Restore and cli
35. nnecting external 19 Mini Cards 73 82 multimedia changing tracks 29 muting 29 pausing 29 playing 29 volume 29 network connector 73 NOM 79 0 optical drive 19 P power battery indicator lights 23 powering up the computer 8 processors 72 recovering data 39 restoring factory image 58 S security cable connecting 21 setup before you begin 5 SIM card 10 support e mail addresses 64 system reinstall options 55 System Restore 55 T touch pad 26 U USB 19 21 Index V ventilation ensuring 5 VGA connecting 21 video connector 73 W Windows reinstalling 61 setting up 9 wired network network cable connecting 7 wireless cards 73 setting up 15 83 Printed in the U S A www dell com support dell com 08 93 00
36. oft Windows desktop then shut down your computer and try again 2 Select Repair Your Computer The System Recovery Options window appears Select a keyboard layout and click Next 4 To access the recovery options log on as a local user To access the command prompt type administrator inthe User name field then click OK Click Dell Factory Image Restore The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears K NOTE Depending upon your configuration you may need to select Dell Factory Tools then Dell Factory Image Restore 6 Click Next The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears K NOTE If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore click Cancel Restoring Your Operating System 7 Select the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to the factory condition then click Next The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to complete A message appears when the operating system and factory installed applications have been restored to factory condition Click Finish to reboot the system 59 Restoring Your Operating System Operating System Reinstallation If you are considering reinstalling the Microsoft Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback To roll back a device driver 1 Click Start 2 Right click Com
37. on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows 7 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 2 Click Start 695 Control Panel Network and Sharing Center Set up a new connection or network Connect to the Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears K NOTE If you do not know which type of connection to select click Help me choose or contact your ISP 3 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop Right View Features 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 qa Audio out Headphone connector Connects to a pair of headphones or to a powered speaker or sound system 2 9 Audio in Microphone connector Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs SD MMC MS Pro 7 in 1 media card reader Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos music videos and documents stored on the following digital media cards e Secure Digital SD memory card Memory Stick e Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC Memory Stick PRO Multi Media Card MMC xD Pictur
38. only Dell AC adapter family PA 2E PA 3E and PA 12 with your computer CMW ea OS SS Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable Optional To use a wired network connection connect the network cable 0 7O Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button AA A ttt AE E pg noo P 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 screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements setting preferences and setting up an Internet connection CAUTION Do not interrupt the operating system s setup process Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system K NOTE For optimal performance of your computer it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at support dell com Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Instal
39. or multimedia action press Fn the required multimedia control key K NOTE The Multimedia Key First option is active only in the operating system Windows Mobility Center 1 Press lt gt lt X gt to launch the Windows Mobility Center 2 In the Function Key Row select Function Key or Multimedia Key 28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop f 1 F8 F9 Ed the sound 6 Play the previous track or chapter W Decrease the volume level I Play or pause 8 Increase the volume level pp Play the next track or chapter 29 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive CAUTION Do not press down on the optical drive tray when you open or close it Keep the optical drive tray closed when you are not using the optical drive Z CAUTION Do not move the computer while playing or recording a disc The optical drive plays or records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Discs optional Ensure that the side with print or writing is facing upward when placing discs on the optical drive tray To place a disc in the optical drive 1 Press the eject button on the optical drive 2 Pull out the optical drive tray 3 Place the disc label side up in the center of the optical drive tray and snap the disc onto the spindle 4 Push the optical drive tray back into the drive 30 wo disc spindle optical drive tray eject button Using Your Inspiron Laptop 31
40. our computer If you need to find safety best practices information for your computer review Warranty information Terms and Conditions U S only Safety instructions Regulatory information Ergonomics information and End User License Agreement find your Service tag Express Service Code You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support dell com or to contact technical support find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common questions locate information for last minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical reference material for technicians or experienced users Finding More Information and Resources See the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory compliance the bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center To launch the Dell Support Center click the in the taskbar support dell com 71 Basic Specifications 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 information regarding the configuration of your computer click Sta
41. power button to resume normal operation Reseat the AC adapter cable into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet e f the AC adapter 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 extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly Solving Problems Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device such as a lamp Check the AC adapter cable connections If the AC adapter has a light ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on If the power or battery indicator light is solid white and the computer is not responding The computer is either in standby or hibernate mode or the display may not be responding Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on f the display is not responding press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn the computer back on Press a key on the keyboard move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad or press the power button to resume normal operation If the problem persists contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 43 Solving Problems If the power indicator light is breathing white The computer is in standby mode Press a key on the keyboard move the connected mouse or a
42. puter 3 Click Properties Device Manager 4 Right click the device for which the new driver is installed and click Properties 5 Click the Drivers tab Roll Back Driver If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem then use System Restore to return your operating system to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver See System Restore on page 56 60 CAUTION Before performing the installation back up all data files on your primary hard drive For conventional hard drive configurations the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer The following are required for reinstalling Microsoft Windows operating systems Dell Operating System disc Dell Drivers and Utilities disc K 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 load any required drivers Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer or whether you requested the disc the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc may not ship with your computer 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 To reinstall Microsoft Windows operating system 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 2
43. repair it all under your supervision For more information go to www dell com dellconnect 63 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 dell ca Canada only You can access Dell Support through the following websites and e mail addresses Dell Support websites support dell com support jp dell com Japan only support euro dell com Europe only supportapj dell com Asia Pacific only 64 Dell Support e mail addresses e mobile supportGus dell com support us dell com la techsupport dell com Latin America and Caribbean countries only apsupport dell com Asian Pacific countries only Dell Marketing and Sales e mail addresses e apmarketingGdell com Asian Pacific countries only e sales canadaGdell com Canada only 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 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 telephone number
44. rt Help and Support 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press lt Enter gt to start the search 3 In the search results select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps 51 Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer perform the checks in Lockups and Software Problems on page46 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance K NOTE Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers K NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with your computer Ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active Press F2 during POST Power On Self Test to enter the System Setup BIOS utility Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc 52 Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive K NOTE If your computer cannot display a screen image contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be working properly 2 Turn on or restart your computer 3 When the DELL logo appears press F12 immediately Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press Enter This may invoke the Pre
45. rt Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer Computer Model Memory Dell Inspiron 1564 Memory module two user accessible connector SODIMM connector Computer Information Memory type DDR3 1066 MHz Processor types Intel Core i7 Possible memory 2 GB 3 GB 4 GB 6 GB Intel Core i5 configurations and 8 GB Intel Core i3 NOTE For instructions on upgrading Intel Pentium memory see the Service Manual at Intel Celeron support dell com manuals System chipset Intel HM55 72 Connectors Audio Mini Card HDMI Network USB Video Media card reader one microphone in connector one stereo headphone speaker connector one Type IIIA full Mini Card slot one half size Mini Card slot one 19 pin connector one RJ45 connector three 4 pin USB 2 0 compliant connectors one 15 hole connector one 7 in 1 slot Basic Specifications Communications Network Wireless Camera Camera resolution Video resolution 10 100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal WLAN Mini Card with WiFi 802 11a b g n WWAN and Bluetooth wireless technology 1 3 megapixel 640 x 480 at 30 fps maximum 73 Basic Specifications Display Type 15 6 inch HD WLED with TrueLife Height 193 54 mm 7 62 inches Width 344 23 mm 13 55 inches Diagonal 396 42 mm 15 6 inches Battery 6 cell smart lithium ion Depth 53 1 mm 2 09 inches Height 22 3 mm 0 88 inches Wi
46. s you identify your computer when you contact Dell 6 When the tests are complete close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window 7 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to restart the computer click Exit 53 Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1 Insertthe Drivers and Utilities disc 2 Shut down and restart the computer When the DELL logo appears press F12 immediately K NOTE If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop then shut down your computer and try again K NOTE The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only On the next start up the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program 3 When the boot device list appears highlight CD DVD CD RW and press Enter 4 Selectthe Boot from CD ROM option from the menu that appears and press Enter 5 Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed 54 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list If multiple versions are listed select the version appropriate for your computer 7 Select the test you want to run 8 If a problem is encountered during a test a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 69 K
47. t of energy consumed by your computer over its lifetime Using Your Inspiron Laptop High performance Provides the highest level of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your activity and by maximizing system performance Windows 7 Power saver Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amount of energy consumed by your computer over its lifetime Balanced recommended Automatically balances the performance of your computer by consuming energy on capable hardware 37 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Transferring Information to a New Computer To transfer information to a new computer Windows Vista K 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 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Maintenance Welcome Center Transfer files and settings If the User Account Control window appears click Continue 2 Follow the instructions on the Windows Easy Transfer wizard Windows 7 1 Click Start Control Panel 2 In the search box type Transfer and then click Transfer files from another computer 3 Follow the instructions in the Windows Easy Transfer wizard 38 Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer To
48. to call your region see Contacting Dell on page 69 If you have a problem with your order such as missing parts wrong parts or incorrect billing contact Dell for customer assistance Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you call For the telephone number to call for your region see Contacting Dell on page 69 Getting Help Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell or if you would like to place an order visit the Dell website at www dell com For the telephone number to call for your region or to speak to a sales specialist see Contacting Dell on page 69 65 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned whether for repair or credit as follows K 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 and all confidential proprietary and personal information as well as removable media such as CDs and media cards Dell is not responsible for any of your confidential proprietary or personal information lost or corrupted data or damaged or lost removable media that may be included with your return 1 Call Dell to obtain a Return Material Authorization Number and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box For the telephone number to call for your region see Contacting Dell on
49. tteries from other computers WARNING Before removing the battery shut down the computer and remove external cables including the AC adapter To remove the battery 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over 2 Slide the battery release latch to the unlock position 3 Slide the battery out of the battery bay Using Your Inspiron Laptop To replace the battery 1 Align the tabs on the battery with the slots on the battery bay 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place 1 battery bay 2 battery 3 battery release latch 35 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE For more information about the features described in this section see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support dell com manuals Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentations brochures greeting cards fliers and spreadsheets You can also edit and view digital photographs and images Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer After connecting to the Internet you can access websites setup an e mail account and upload or download files Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to watch videos play games and listen to music or Internet radio stations 36 You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable
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