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  • Page 1 INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE...

  • Page 3: Setup Guide

    INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE Regulatory Model: W01B Regulatory Type: W01B001...
  • Page 4 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, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.;...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Hardware Troubleshooter ....45 Dell Diagnostics ..... . 46...
  • Page 6 Before You Call......61 Contacting Dell......63 Finding More Information and Resources .

  • Page 7: Setting Up Your Inspiron One

    NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is located at the back of your computer. Use this code to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or contact technical support. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that...

  • Page 8: Connect The Keyboard And Mouse

    Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the computer. NOTE: If you purchased a wireless keyboard and mouse along with your computer, connect the USB receiver to the USB connector. For more information, see the documentation that shipped with your keyboard and mouse.

  • Page 9: Connect The Power Cable

    Setting Up Your Inspiron One Connect the Power Cable...

  • Page 10: Connect The Network Cable (Optional)

    Setting Up Your Inspiron One Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
  • Page 11 A network connection is not required to complete this computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that uses a cable connection (such as a home cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to connect to the network connector.

  • Page 12: Adjust The Computer Stand

    Adjust the Computer Stand WARNING: Do not use the stand to carry the computer. NOTE: The stand must be closed before using the computer with a VESA wall mount. Pull the stand to adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. A distinct click is heard when the stand is opened or closed.

  • Page 13: Press The Power Button

    Setting Up Your Inspiron One Press the Power Button...

  • Page 14: Set Up Microsoft Windows 7

    Set Up Microsoft Windows 7 Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows 7 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.

  • Page 15: Connect To The Internet (Optional)

    Internet Service Provider (ISP). If an external USB modem or Wireless LAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection,...
  • Page 16 Setting Up a Wireless Connection 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 setup your connection to a wireless router: Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
  • Page 17 To set up your Internet connection: Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. Click → Control Panel. Start Click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP.

  • Page 18: Using Your Inspiron One

    Using Your Inspiron One This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron One. Right View Features...
  • Page 19 • Solid amber — The system board cannot start initialization. There may be an issue with either the system board or the power supply. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 63). •...

  • Page 20: Right Panel Buttons And Connectors

    Right Panel Buttons and Connectors...
  • Page 21 Auto adjust button — Automatically adjusts the display with the incoming video signal. Brightness adjust button — Press this button to access the “Brightness” control menu and then use the + (auto adjust button) or the - (brightness adjust button) to increase or decrease the brightness.

  • Page 22: Left View Features

    Left View Features...
  • Page 23 1 Computer stand — Provides stability to the computer and also allows you to adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. 2 Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer. 3 Optical drive eject button — Opens the optical drive when pressed. 4 Optical drive light —...

  • Page 24: Using The Optical Drive

    Using the Optical Drive CAUTION: Do not press on the disc tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. CAUTION: Do not move the computer while playing or recording a disc. Press the eject button on the optical drive.
  • Page 25 Using Your Inspiron One 1 optical drive tray 2 spindle 3 disc 4 eject button...

  • Page 26: Back View Features

    Back View Features...
  • Page 27 VESA mount. You can purchase one of many different VESA mounts at www.dell.com. 2 Back panel connectors — Connects USB, audio, and other devices to the appropriate connectors. 3 Service Tag/Express Service Code — Use this information to identify your computer on support.dell.com or when you contact technical support.

  • Page 28: Back Panel Connectors

    Using Your Inspiron One Back Panel Connectors...
  • Page 29 Power connector — Connects to the power cable. The appearance of this connector may vary. Parallel connector — Connects to older printers and scanners. Network connector — Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connection.

  • Page 30: Display Features

    Using Your Inspiron One Display Features 1 2 3...
  • Page 31 Using Your Inspiron One 1 Camera activity indicator — Indicates if the camera is on or off. 2 Camera — Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Microphone — Provides high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording.

  • Page 32: Using The Touch Screen (Optional)

    The touch screen feature on your Inspiron One converts your computer into an interactive display. Dell Touch Zone To launch the Dell Touch Zone software click → Dell Touch Zone. Start You can access the following features in the Dell Touch Zone: •...
  • Page 33 Touch Screen Gestures NOTE: Some of these gestures may not work outside the Dell Touch Zone. Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. Pinch — Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the screen.
  • Page 34 Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. Pan — Allows you to move the focus on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Move two fingers in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object. Scroll Vertical — Allows you to scroll up or down on the active window.

  • Page 35: Software Features

    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.
  • Page 36 You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Microsoft Windows ® system installed on your Dell computer provides the following options: — Recommended default power • Dell plan with Dell enhancements. Offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of inactivity.
  • Page 37 Transferring Information to a New Computer To transfer information to a new computer: → Control Panel→ Getting Click Start Started→ Transfer files from another computer. Follow the instructions on the Transfer wizard. Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer.

  • Page 38: 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 43 or “Contacting Dell” on page 63. Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are not working —...

  • Page 39: Beep Codes

    Your computer might 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 63). Series of beeps (Beep code) Possible Problem...

  • Page 40: Network Problems

    Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub).

  • Page 41: Power Problems

    If the power light is solid white and the computer is not responding — Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 63). If the power light is blinking white — The computer is in sleep state. Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation.

  • Page 42: Memory Problems

    • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. For assistance, contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 63). • Run Dell Diagnostics (see “Dell Diagnostics” on page 46). If you experience other memory problems —...

  • Page 43: Lockups And Software 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. Click Applications.
  • Page 44 Follow the instructions on the Compatibility wizard. If you have other software problems — • Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 63). • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.

  • Page 45: Using Support Tools

    To launch the application, click the taskbar. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer’s model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. The home page also provides links to access:...

  • Page 46: System Messages

    RTC battery low. Contact Dell for assistance (see “Contacting Dell” on page 63). CPU fan failure — CPU fan has failed. Contact Dell for assistance (see “Contacting Dell” on page 63). Hard-disk drive failure — Possible hard drive failure during POST.

  • Page 47: Hardware Troubleshooter

    • 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.

  • Page 48: Dell Diagnostics

    Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive.
  • Page 49 Press any key to go to the Option window. If PSA is not invoked: Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window.
  • Page 50 Dell. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to restart the computer, click Exit. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc.
  • Page 51 The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you contact Dell. When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. Drivers and Utilities disc. Remove the...

  • Page 52: Restoring Your Operating System

    However, using the Operating System disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the Operating System disc only if neither System Restore nor Dell Factory Image Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. System Restore...
  • Page 53 System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them. 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. Starting System Restore Click...

  • Page 54: Dell Factory Image Restore

    NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may 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.
  • Page 55 Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the Advanced Boot Options Window. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Microsoft Windows ®...

  • Page 56: Operating System Reinstallation

    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...
  • Page 57 Operating System disc. Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. Restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft desktop;...

  • Page 58: Getting Help

    Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. See “Online Services” on page 58 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Before You Call” on page 61.

  • Page 59: Technical Support And Customer

    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 repair it all under your supervision. For more information, go to www.dell.com/dellconnect.

  • Page 60: Online Services

    Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites: • www.dell.com • (Asian/Pacific countries www.dell.com/ap only) • www.dell.com/jp (Japan only) • www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) • (Canada only) www.dell.ca...

  • Page 61: Automated Order-Status Service

    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.

  • Page 62: Returning Items For Repair Under Warranty Or For Credit

    Remove any and all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as removable media, such as CDs and PC 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.

  • Page 63: Before You Call

    Remember to fill out the following Diagnostic 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,...
  • Page 64 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: •...

  • Page 65: Contacting Dell

    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: Visit www.dell.com/contactdell.

  • Page 66: Resources

    Drivers and Utilities disc 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 safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance...
  • Page 67 See: the back of your computer the Dell Support Center. To launch the Dell Support Center, click the icon in the taskbar. support.dell.com...

  • Page 68: 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 Start →...

  • Page 69: External Connectors

    Drives and Devices Available devices Serial ATA hard drive, DVD-ROM (optional), DVD+/- RW (optional), microphone array, and 8-in-1 Media Card Reader Memory Type Dual channel 800 MHz DDR2 Minimum 1 GB Maximum 4 GB External Connectors Network adapter RJ45 connector USB 2.0 Three side-panel and three back-panel...
  • Page 70 Video Type Intel X4500 Audio Type Integrated speakers Display Type 18.5 inches, 16:9, (active-matrix TFT) WXGA Maximum resolution 1366 x 768 Power Wattage 130 W Voltage 100-240 VAC Backup battery 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell Physical Height 385.9 mm (15.2 inches) Width 476.9 mm (18.8 inches)
  • Page 71 Computer Environment Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.26 GRMS random for 2 min in all operational orientations Storage 2.2 GRMS random for 15 mins Maximum shock: Operating Half-Sine Pulse: 40G for 2ms with a change in velocity of 20 in/s (51 cm/s) Storage...

  • Page 72: Appendix

    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...

  • Page 73: Information For Nom, Or Official Mexican Standard (Only For Mexico)

    The following information is provided in the device(s) described in this document in accordance with the requirements of the Official Mexican Standard (NOM): Importer: Dell México S.A. de C.V. Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - 11° Col. Lomas Altas 11950 México, D.F.

  • Page 74: Index

    5 connect(ing) optional network cable 8 conserving energy 34 Contacting Dell online 63 customer service 57 customizing your desktop 33 your energy settings 34 DellConnect 57 Dell Diagnostics 46 Dell Factory Image Restore 50 Dell Support Center 43...
  • Page 75 Dell Technology Guide for futher information 64 Dell Touch Zone 30 Diagnostic Checklist 61 disc drive supported disc sizes 22 discs using 22 drivers and downloads 65 drives and devices 66 DVDs, playing and creating 33 email addresses for technical support 58...
  • Page 76 Internet connection 13 Internet Service Provider 13 line-in connector 19 media card reader 19 memory minimum and maximum 67 memory problems solving 40 Memory Stick reader 19 memory support 67 microphone connector 19 MMC 19 Multi Media Card reader 19 network connection fixing 38 network speed...
  • Page 77 reinstalling Windows 50 resources, finding more 64 restoring factory image 52 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 60 software features 33 software problems 41 solving problems 36 specifications 66 support email addresses 58 support sites worldwide 57 System Messages 44 System Restore 50...
  • Page 78 warranty returns 60 Windows 50 Program Compatibility Wizard 41 reinstalling 55 wireless network connection 38 xD-Picture Card reader 19...
  • Page 80 Printed in the U.S.A. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 01HNXJA00...

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