Dell Inspiron M770H User manual

SETUP GUIDE
INSPIRON™

Model PP39S
INSPIRON™910
SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you
how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
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August 2008 P/N M770H Rev. A01

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INSPIRON
Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra
Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting the Network Cable
(optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Turning on Your Inspiron Ultra
Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Wireless Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Microsoft®Windows®XP Setup. . . . . . . . . . 10
Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 10
Using Your Inspiron Ultra
Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Computer Base and Keyboard
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . 22
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 27
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .35
Windows Operating System
Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Contents

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Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Technical Support and Customer
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Finding More Information and
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

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INSPIRON
Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device
This section provides information about setting
up your Inspiron 910 ultra mobile device 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 ultra
mobile device may cause it to overheat. To
prevent overheating ensure that you leave at
least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer
and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in) on all other
sides. You should never put your computer in an
enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer
when it is powered on.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into,
or allow dust to accumulate in the air
vents. Do not store your Dell™ computer
in a low-airflow environment, such as
a closed briefcase, while it is running.
Restricting the airflow can damage the
computer or cause a fire.The computer
turns on the fan when the computer
gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does
not indicate a problem with the fan or
the computer.
NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or
sharp objects on the computer may result
in permanent damage to the computer.

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Connecting 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.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the
AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp
the connector, not the cable itself, and pull
firmly, but gently to help prevent damage to
the cable.

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Connecting the Network Cable
(optional)
To use a wired network connection, plug in the
network cable.

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Turning on Your Inspiron Ultra
Mobile Device

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Using the Wireless Key
To turn on wireless, with the computer turned
on, press the wireless key combination
(<Fn><2>) on the keyboard. A confirmation
of your selection appears on the screen.
This key combination allows you to quickly turn
all of your wireless radios (Bluetooth®and WiFi)
off, such as when you are asked to disable all
wireless radios on an airplane flight. Pressing
<Fn><2> one time turns all of your radios off.
Pressing the key combination again returns your
wireless radios to their respective states they
were in before you pressed the key combination
the first time.

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Microsoft®Windows®XP Setup
If you ordered Windows XP operating system
with your computer, it is already configured.
To set up Windows XP for the first time, follow
the instructions on the screen. he screens
will take you through several procedures
including accepting license agreements,
setting preferences and setting up an Internet
connection.
NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating
system’s setup process, doing so may
render your computer unusable.
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.dell.com.
Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in
Windows XP
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
or cellular telephone service provider for setup
instructions and see “Setting Up Your Internet
Connection in Windows XP” on page 11.

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device
Setting Up a Wireless Connection in
Windows XP
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Internet service1.
cable or DSL modem2.
wireless router3.
portable computer with wireless network4.
card
See the documentation for your computer or
router for more information about how to set up
and use your wireless network.
Before you can use your wireless Internet
connection, you need to connect your computer
to your wireless router.
To set up your connection using a wireless
router:
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start→Internet Explorer→ Connect to
the Internet.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.
Setting Up Your Internet Connection in
Windows XP
To set up an Internet connection, perform the
steps in the following section.
NOTE: 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.

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NOTE: Have your ISP information ready. If
you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the
Internet wizard can help you get one.
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start→lnternet Explorer→ Connect to
the Internet.
In the next window, click the appropriate3.
option:
If you do not have an ISP, clicka. Choose from
a list of Internet service providers (ISPs).
If you have already obtained setupb.
information from your ISP but you did
not receive a setup CD, click Set up my
connection manually.
If you have a setup CD, clickc. Use the CD I
got from an ISP.
NOTE: Your computer may or may not have
an external optical drive. Use an external
optical drive or any external storage device
for the procedures that involve discs.
Click4. Next.
If you selected Set up my connection
manually in step 3, continue to step 5.
Otherwise, follow the instructions on the
screen to complete the setup.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of
connection to select, contact your ISP.
Click the appropriate option under5. How do
you want to connect to the Internet?, and
click Next.
Use the setup information provided by your6.
ISP to complete the setup.

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INSPIRON
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Your Inspiron 910 has indicators, buttons, and
features that provide information at-a-glance
and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
Right Side Features
Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device
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1Audio Out/ Headphone connector
– Connects to a pair of headphones, or
sends audio to a powered speaker or
sound system.
2Audio In/ Microphone connector –
Connects to a microphone or input signal
for use with audio programs.
3USB 2.0 connector – Connects to
USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
4VGA connector – Connects to a
monitor or projector.
5Network connector – If you are
using a cabled network signal, this
connects your computer to a network or
broadband device.

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Left Side Features
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1Security cable slot – Attaches a
commercially available antitheft device to
the computer.
NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft
device, ensure that it works with the
security cable slot on your computer.
2AC adapter connector – Connects to
the AC adapter to power on the computer
and charge the battery when the computer
is not in use.
3USB 2.0 connectors (2) – Connect to
USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
4SD •M S/Pro •M MC
3-in-1 Media card reader – Provides a
fast and convenient way to view and
share digital photos, music, videos, and
documents stored on the following digital
memory cards:
Secure digital (SD) memory card•
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)•
card
Multi Media Card (MMC)•
Memory Stick•
NOTE: Your computer ships with a
plastic blank installed in the media
card slot. Blanks protect unused slots
from dust and other particles. Save
the blank for use when no media card
is installed in the slot. Blanks from
other computers may not fit your
computer.

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Computer Base and Keyboard
Features
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