Dell Inspiron One 0DTN4TA00 User manual

SETUP GUIDE
INSPIRON™

SETUP GUIDE
Model W01B Type W01B001
INSPIRON™

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
computer.
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you how to avoid the problem.
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If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft®Windows®operating systems
are not applicable.
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June 2009 P/N DTN4T Rev. A00

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Setting Up Your Inspiron One . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5
Connect the Keyboard and Mouse. . . . . . . . . 6
Connect the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 8
Adjust the Computer Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Set Up Microsoft Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 12
Using Your Inspiron One . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Right View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Right Panel Buttons and Connectors. . . . . . 18
Left View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Back View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Back Panel Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Dell Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 39
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Contents

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Contents
Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .48
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 52
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Technical Support and Customer
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Automated Order-Status Service . . . . . . . . . 57
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Returning Items for Repair Under
Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Finding More Information and
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

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This section provides information about setting
up your Inspiron™One.
WARNING: Before you begin any of the
procedures in this section, 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.
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
you allow easy access to a power source,
controls and connections on the right side,
adequate ventilation, and a stable level surface
to place your computer.
Restricting airflow around your Inspiron
One 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
the other sides. You should never place your
computer in an enclosed space, such as a
cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.
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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.

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Connect the Power Cable

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Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

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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.
Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector.
To connect your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a network cable
to either a network port or a broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the
network connector (RJ45 connector) on the back panel of your computer. A click indicates that the
network cable has been securely attached.

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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.
Your computer supports UL-certified VESA wall
mounts. For proper mounting, use four (ea.)
4 mm dia, 0.7 pitch x 10.0 mm long screws.

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Press the Power Button

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Set Up Microsoft Windows
Your Dell computer is preconfigured with
the Microsoft®Windows®operating system.
To set up Windows for the first time, follow the
instructions on the screen. The Windows setup
screen will take you through several procedures
including accepting license agreements,
setting preferences, and setting up an Internet
connection. The Windows setup may take some
time to complete.
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.
NOTE: For optimal performance of your
computer, it is recommended that you
download and install the latest BIOS and
drivers for your computer available on the
Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
Connect to the Internet
(Optional)
To connect to the Internet, you need an external
modem or network connection and an Internet
Service Provider (ISP).
If an external USB modem or Wireless LAN
adapter is not a part of your original order, you
can purchase one from the Dell website at
www.dell.com.
Setting Up a Wired Connection
If you are using a dial-up connection,•
connect the telephone line to the external
USB modem (optional) and to the telephone
wall connector before you set up your
Internet connection.
If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite•
modem connection, contact your ISP for
setup instructions.

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To complete setting up your wired Internet
connection, follow the instructions in
“Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on
page 14.
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Before you can use your wireless Internet
connection, you need to connect to your
wireless router.
Windows Vista
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Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Connect To.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.
Windows
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Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Control Panel→ Network
and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.

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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.
Windows Vista
NOTE: The following instructions are
applicable to the Windows default view,
so they may not apply if you have changed
the settings on your Dell™ computer to the
Windows Classic view.
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Control Panel.
Click3. Network and Internet→ Network and
Sharing Center→ Set up a connection→
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.
Follow the instructions on the screen and4.
use the setup information provided by your
ISP to complete the setup.

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Windows 7
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Control Panel→ 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.
Follow the instructions on the screen and3.
use the setup information provided by your
ISP to complete the setup.

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Using Your Inspiron One
This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron One.
Right View Features
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1Right panel buttons and connectors — Adjusts brightness and connects USB, audio, and
other devices into the appropriate connector.
2Hard drive activity light — Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking
light indicates hard drive activity.
CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer, move the computer, or
adjust the stand while the hard drive activity light is blinking.
3Power button and light — Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light in the
center of this button indicates the following power states:
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 60).
Blinking amber — The computer has detected an error during the•
Power-on self-test (POST). Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 60).
Blinking white — The computer is in sleep state.•
Solid white — The computer is on.•
Off — The computer is off or in hibernate state.•

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Right Panel Buttons and Connectors
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