Dell Inspiron 20-3045 User manual

Me and My Dell
© 2014 Dell Inc.

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make
better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or
loss of data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage,
personal injury, or death.
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2014 – 08 Rev. A02

Contents 3
Contents
Windows 8.1 Features 12
Signing in 12
Microsoft account 12
Local account 12
Locking and unlocking your computer 12
Accessing the desktop 13
Turning off your computer 13
Start screen and tiles 14
Apps 14
Closing an app 14
Snapping apps 14
More Information 15
Setting Up Your Computer 16
Connecting To The Internet 16
Connecting to the Internet Using LAN 16
Connecting to the Internet Using WLAN 16
Connecting to the Internet Using WWAN 17
Setting up Audio 18
Configuring 5.1/7.1 Audio 18
Connecting 5.1 Speakers 19
Connecting 7.1 Speakers 20
Setting Up Your Printer 21

4 Contents
Setting Up Your Webcam 22
Integrated Webcam 22
External Webcam 22
Setting up Bluetooth 22
About Your Computer 23
Power Adapter 23
Battery 24
Coin-Cell Battery 24
Touchpad 25
Display 25
Touchscreen 25
3D 25
3D Camera 26
Keyboard 26
Physical Keyboard 27
Keyboard Backlight 27
On-Screen Keyboard 28
Keyboard Connection Types 28
Wired 28
Wireless 28
Service Tag and Express-Service Code 29
Locating the Label on Your Computer 29
Dell Support Website 29
BIOS Setup Program 29

Contents 5
Storage Device 30
Internal Storage Devices 30
Removable Storage Devices 30
Optical Drives and Discs 30
Memory Cards 31
Memory Module 33
System Board 34
Chipset 35
Processor 35
Computer Fan 36
Thermal Grease 36
Video Card 37
TV Tuners 38
Internal 38
External 38
Speakers 39
2.1 Audio 39
5.1 Audio 39
7.1 Audio 39
Webcam 40
Network 40
Local Area Network (LAN) 40
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 41
Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) 41
Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) 41

6 Contents
Modem 42
Router 42
Network-Interface Controller (NIC) 42
Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Adapter 43
Bluetooth 43
Near-Field Communication 43
Using Your Computer 44
Charging the Battery 44
Using your Keyboard 44
Keyboard Shortcuts 44
Keyboard Shortcuts — Windows 8.1/Windows RT 47
Customizing Your Keyboard 48
Changing Keyboard Input Language 49
Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop 50
Using Your Touchpad 50
Touchpad Gestures 51
Scroll 51
Zoom 52
Rotate 53
Flick 53
Quick Launch 54
Using Your Touchscreen 54
Touchscreen Gestures 54
Zoom 55
Dwell 55
Flick 55
Rotate 56
Scroll 56

Contents 7
Using Bluetooth 57
Pairing a Bluetooth device with your computer 57
Using the Webcam 58
Capturing a Still Image 58
Recording a Video 58
Selecting the Camera and Microphone 58
Ports and Connectors 59
Audio 59
Types of Audio Ports 59
USB 60
USB Ports 60
eSATA 61
Visual Graphics Array (VGA) 62
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) 62
DisplayPort 62
Mini-DisplayPort 62
Advantages of DisplayPort 63
HDMI 63
Advantages of HDMI 63
Mini HDMI 63
Micro HDMI 64
S/PDIF 64
Software and Applications 65
Computrace 65
Enabling Computrace 66
Getting Help on Computrace 66

8 Contents
My Dell Downloads 66
My Dell 67
Downloading or Upgrading My Dell 67
Accessing My Dell 67
PC Checkup 67
Solution Station 68
Solution Station Offerings 69
Quickset 69
Installing Quickset 70
NVIDIA 3D Applications 70
Playing Games in 3D 70
Keyboard Shortcuts 71
DellConnect 72
Restoring Your Operating System 73
System Recovery Options 73
Dell Backup and Recovery 74
Dell Backup and Recovery Basic 74
Accessing Dell Backup and Recovery 74
Creating System Reinstall Discs 75
Restoring Your Computer 75
Dell Backup and Recovery Premium 75
Upgrading to Dell Backup and Recovery Premium 75
Restoring system data 75
Restoring specific files or folders from a Full System Backup 75
Restoring specific files or folders from a File & Folder Backup 76
Creating a Full System Backup 76

Contents 9
Dell DataSafe Local Backup 76
Dell DataSafe Local Backup 77
Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic 77
Launching Dell DataSafe Local Backup 77
Creating system reinstall disks 77
Restoring your computer to a previous date or factory settings 77
Dell DataSafe Local Backup Premium 78
Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Premium 78
Restoring system data 78
Restoring data using File and Folder Local Backup 78
Restoring specific files or folders from a Full System Backup 78
Restoring specific files or folders from a File & Folder Backup 78
Dell Factory Image Restore 79
Accessing Dell Factory Image Restore 79
Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 80
System Restore 81
Windows 8.1 81
Using System Restore 81
Undoing the Last System Restore 81
Windows 7 82
Using System Restore 82
Undoing the Last System Restore 82
Operating System Disc 83
Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating
System Disc 83
System Reinstall Discs 83
Restoring Your Computer Using System Reinstall Disc 84

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Troubleshooting 85
Basic Troubleshooting Steps 85
Diagnostics 85
Pre-Boot System Assessment 85
Invoking PSA 85
Enhanced PSA 86
LCD BIST 87
Starting LCD BIST 87
Invoking ePSA 88
Beep Codes 89
BIOS 90
Changing BIOS Settings 90
Entering BIOS Setup Program 90
Resetting BIOS Password 91
Remove the CMOS Battery 91
Use System-Board Jumper 91
Changing the Boot Sequence 92
Using Boot Menu 92
Using BIOS Setup Program 92
Getting Help and ContactingDell 93
Getting Help 93
Contacting Dell 93

Contents 11
References 94
Computer Maintenance 94
Power Management 94
Configuring Power Settings 95
Configuring the Power Button Behavior 96
Improving Battery Life 96
Dell Longevity Mode 97
Dell Desktop Mode 98
Migration Tips 98
Migrating from one Windows Operating System to a newer
OperatingSystem 98
Ergonomic Instructions 99
Dell and the Environment 100
Regulatory Compliance Policy 102
Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web site 102
Additional Compliance Information 102

12 Signing in
Windows 8.1 Features
Signing in
You can sign in to Windows 8.1 using either a Microsoft account or a
localaccount.
Microsoft account
NOTE: To sign in using a Microsoft account for the first time,
yourcomputer must be connected to the Internet.
Using a Microsoft account synchronizes settings, customizations, and soon,
with your Microsoft account and other Windows8.1 devices that you sign in
to using the same email ID. It also associates the email, OneDrive, and other
linked accounts with your user profile on the computer. The settings of your
computer are backed up in your Microsoft account so that you can restore
them if needed.
To sign in using an existing Microsoft account, type the email ID
andpassword.
To create a new Microsoft account, tap or click Sign up for a new email
address and follow the instructions on the screen.
Local account
Tap or click Sign in without a Microsoft account and follow the instructions
on the screen.
Locking and unlocking your computer
Locking your computer:
1. Access the charms sidebar and tap or click Start.
2. Tap or click your account picture in the upper-right corner and then
select Lock.
Unlocking your computer:
1. Swipe-up from the bottom edge of the screen (or press any key if you
are using a keyboard) to dismiss the lock screen.
2. In the log on screen, login to your computer using the method of your
choice.
NOTE: To use a different sign-in method, tap or click Sign-in options
to see the available options.

Accessing the desktop 13
Accessing the desktop
To access the desktop interface — like in the previous versions of
Windows— tap or click the Desktop tile on the Start screen.
Turning off your computer
On the Start screen, click or tap the power icon →Shut down.
Charms
Charms provide quick access to the most common tasks such as search,
share, settings, and so on. The charms sidebar displays a list of charms
available depending on the screen or app that is active. To open the charms
sidebar, swipe-in from the right edge of the screen or point your mouse to
the upper/lower-right corner of the screen. If you are using a multi-touch
touchpad, swipe-in from the right edge of the touchpad.
The most common charms are Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings.
Search Allows you to find apps, settings,
and files on your computer and the
internet.
Share Allows you to share photos, links,
and so on with your friends and
social networks.
Start Toggles between the Start screen
and last used app.
Devices Allows you to send files to printers,
other computer, and so on. Also
allows to send video and audio to
supported devices, such as a TV.
Settings Provides access to notifications,
volume controls, brightness
controls, and other computer
settings.

14 Start screen and tiles
Start screen and tiles
Start screen provides access to apps, friends, files and folders, and so on.
You can customize the Start screen by adding, resizing, or removing tiles.
You can also move tiles around and group them together.
Some of the tiles are automatically updated and lets you read the news
headlines, status updates, and so on.
You can also search from the Start screen by typing the keyword and
tapping or pressing the <Enter> key.
Apps
Apps are programs created specifically to utilize the metro interface of
Windows 8.1. Apps run in full-screen mode . These apps are specifically
designed for Windows 8.1 interface. Tap or click on the apptile to launch
the app.
Closing an app
•If you are using a touchscreen, drag the app to the bottom of the screen
and release the app.
•If you are using a mouse, click and drag the app from the top of the
screen to the bottom of the screen and release the app.
Snapping apps
You can view two apps simultaneously by snapping them together.
To snap apps:
1. Open the two apps.
2. Drag and release one of the apps to the right-side of the screen to dock
the app.
3. Drag and release the other app to the left-side of the screen to dock
theapp.
You may resize the apps by holding the resize button and dragging it.

More Information 15
More Information
You can get more information on Windows 8.1 and the new features using
any of the following resources.
•Help + Tips tile
•dell.com/support
•microsoft.com

16 Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Computer
The setup procedure will vary according to your computer. For setup
instructions specific to your computer or tablet, see the Quick Start Guide
that shipped with your computer or at dell.com/support.
Connecting To The Internet
You can connect your computer to the internet using cable, DSL, dial‑up, or
a WWAN connection. You may also install a wired or wireless router to share
your cable or DSL internet connection with multiple devices. Some cable
and DSL modems also have built‑in wireless routers.
NOTE: Before connecting your computer to the internet using a cable
or DSL modem, make sure your broadband modem and router are
configured. For information on setting up your modem and router,
contact your internet service provider.
Connecting to the Internet Using LAN
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the modem or router and to
yourcomputer.
2. Check for activity lights on the modem or router, and your computer.
NOTE: Some computers may not have activity lights.
3. Open your web browser to verify Internet connection.
Connecting to the Internet Using WLAN
NOTE: Make sure Wi‑Fi is enabled on your computer. For more
information on enabling wireless on your computer, see the Quick Start
Guide that shipped with your computer or at dell.com/support.
Windows 8.1/Windows RT
1. Make sure that wireless is enabled on your computer or tablet.
2. Select Settings in the charms sidebar.
3. Select .
4. Click on the network you want to connect to.
5. Enter the network password, if prompted.
NOTE: You may have configured the network password while setting
up the router or the router may have a default network password.
Fordetails, contact the router manufacturer.
6. Turn on/o file sharing (optional).

Setting Up Your Computer 17
Windows 7
1. Make sure that wireless is enabled on your computer or tablet.
2. In the notification area, select .
3. Click on the network you want to connect to.
4. Enter the network password, if prompted.
NOTE: You may have configured the network key while setting up
the router or the router may have a default network key. Fordetails,
contact the router manufacturer.
5. Turn on/o file sharing (optional).
Connecting to the Internet Using WWAN
WWAN connection does not require a modem or a router to allow your
laptop or tablet to connect to the internet. The WWAN card on your
computer connects directly to the service provider’s network, like your cell
phone.
If you purchased a tablet with a network service contract, the internet may
already be activated.
Windows 8.1/Windows RT
1. Make sure that wireless is enabled on your computer or tablet.
2. Select Settings in the charms sidebar.
3. Select .
4. Click on the network you want to connect to.
Windows 7
1. Click Start , type Mobile Broadband Utility in the search box
and press <Enter>.
2. In the Mobile Broadband Utility window, click Connect.

18 Setting Up Your Computer
Setting up Audio
Dell laptops and tablets have built‑in speakers that support 2‑channel audio.
To use the built‑in speakers, play the media and set the volume to your
desired level.
Dell computers and tablets also support a 3.5 mm audio port to allow you to
connect external speakers. If you are setting up 2‑channel audio, connect
the speakers to the 3.5 mm headphone port or the audio port.
Dell desktops may support 5.1/7.1 audio. If you are setting up 5.1/7.1 audio,
you must connect the speakers to the appropriate ports for best audio
output.
NOTE: For more information on the ports available on your computer
ortablet, see the Specifications at dell.com/support.
NOTE: For best results, place the speakers as specified in the documents
that shipped with your speakers.
NOTE: On computers with a discrete sound card, connect the speakers
to the connectors on the card.
Configuring 5.1/7.1 Audio
Configure your computer to provide multi‑channel audio output.
Windows 8.1
1. Access the Search charm.
2. Click Settings and type Audio in the search box.
3. Click Manage Audio Devices.
4. Click Speaker/Headphones.
5. Click Next.
6. Click Configure and click Test. You should hear a tone from every
speaker.
7. Click Finish.
Windows 7
1. Click Start , type Sound in the search box and press <Enter>. In the
results that appear, click Sound. Alternatively, click Start →Control
Panel→Hardware and Sound→Sound.
2. Select Speakers and click Configure.
The Speaker Setup window appears.
3. Select a speaker configuration under Audio channels: and click Test.
You should hear a tone from every speaker.
4. Click Next and follow the instructions on the screen.

Setting Up Your Computer 19
Connecting 5.1 Speakers
1 Rear audio connector on the
computer
5 Center/LFE surround out on
the speaker
2 Center/LFE surround out on
the computer
6 Front audio connector on the
speaker
3 Front audio connector on
the computer
7 Rear audio connector on the
speaker
4 5.1 channel audio cable

20 Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting 7.1 Speakers
1 Rear audio connector on
the computer
6 Center/LFE surround out on
the speaker
2 Center/LFE surround out
on the computer
7 Front audio connector on the
speaker
3 Side audio connector on
the computer
8 Rear audio connector on the
speaker
4 Front audio connector on
the computer
9 Side audio connector on the
speaker
5 7.1 channel audio cable