Dell Inspiron 1427 User manual

INSPIRON™ 1427
SETUP GUIDE

INSPIRON™ 1427
SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Contents
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop ........... 5
Before Setting Up Your Computer ................5
Connect the AC Adapter ................................6
Connect the Network Cable (optional) ..........7
Press the Power Button ................................8
Windows Vista Setup ....................................9
Connect to the Internet (optional) ................9
Using Your Inspiron Laptop .................... 12
Right side View ..........................................12
Left side View ..............................................14
Front view ...................................................16
Back View ...................................................18
Removing and Replacing the Battery ..........19
Software Features ........................................20
Troubleshooting................................... 22
Network Problems ...................................... 22
Power Problems ......................................... 23
Memory Problems ...................................... 24
Lockups and Software Problems ................ 24
Dell Diagnostics ......................................... 27
Restore the Operating System..............28

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Getting Help ......................................... 33
Technical Support and Customer Service ....34
Online Services ...........................................34
Product Information ....................................35
Before You Call ............................................36
Contacting Dell ............................................37
Finding More Information and Resources.. 38
Specifications ...................................... 40
Index.................................................... 48

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
This section provides information about setting up your
Inspiron 1427 laptop and connecting peripherals.
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 your computer.
Restricting airflow around your Inspiron laptop may
cause it to overheat. To prevent
overheating, ensure that you leave at least 10.2cm
(4in. ) at the back of the computer and a minimum of
5.1cm (2in. ) on all other sides. When the computer is
powered on, you should never put it in an enclosed
space, such as a cabinet or drawer.
NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp
objects on the computer may result in permanent
damage to the computer.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
6
Connect the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug
it into a wall outlet or surge protector.
CAUTION: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 equipment damage.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
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Connect the Network Cable
(Optional)
To establish a wired network connection, plug in the
network cable.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
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Press the Power Button