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... NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss ...Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, and Atom are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows...
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... 9 Windows Vista® Setup 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Display Features 20 Removing and Replacing the Battery 21 Software Features 22
Solving Problems 24 Network Problems 24 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Dell Support Center 29
Using Support...
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... preconfigured with Ubuntu. See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that shipped with your laptop for more operating system specific information.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Windows Vista® Setup
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...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country.
To 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 from the Dell website at www...
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...Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
Productivity and Communication
You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets depending on the applications installed in your computer. Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer.
After connecting to the Internet, you can access websites, setup...
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... problem.
• See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com).
If you experience other memory problems -
• Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com).
• Run the...
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... necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the media (CD or DVD).
NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve media.
If the computer stops responding -
NOTICE: You might lose data if...
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... that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the 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.
--If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program, Dell Support Center.
--Write down any error message that is displayed to...
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... Scan with PCCheckUp)
• About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories)
The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number along with its service tag and express service code.
For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support...
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... with your computer.
To review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active. See the System Setup section in the Dell Technology Guide.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media.
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Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
The Dell Diagnostics...
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... optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involves media.
1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.
2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop...
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... the hard drive. Use the disc only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.
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...
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... drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos,
music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using Factory Image Restore.
Dell Factory Image Restore
1. Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window.
2. Select Repair Your Computer.
3. The System Recovery Options window...
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..., the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer.
To reinstall Windows, you need the following items:
• Dell Operating System media
• Dell Drivers and Utilities media
NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to load any required drivers. Depending on...
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... also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software.
NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve media.
1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.
2. Insert the Operating System disc.
3. Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears...
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...;, networking, and e-mail.
See:
the Operating System media.
the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com.
the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive.
upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive.
reinstall or replace a worn or defective part.
the Service Manual...
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... 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...
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... Model
Dell Inspiron 1210
This section provides basic 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 information about your computer.
Processor Type CPU
L2 Cache External bus...
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...calling Dell 42 chipset 47 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing)
to the Internet 9 conserving energy 22
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Contacting Dell online 43 customer service 40 customizing
your energy settings 22
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damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 23 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Dell Support Center 29 Dell support website 45 Dell Technology Guide
for further information 44 Diagnostic Checklist 42 drivers and downloads...
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order status 41
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power problems, solving 25 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 24 processor 46 products
information and purchasing 41
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reinstalling Windows 34 resources, finding more 44 restoring factory image 36
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setup, before you begin 5 software features 22 software problems 27 solving problems 24 specifications 46 support e-mail addresses 40 support sites
worldwide 40 System...