Dell Inspiron 11z (1110, Mid 2009) User Manual

SETUP GUIDEINSPIRON™

8Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button

9Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft WindowsYour Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft Windows operating system. To set up Window

10Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM (Optional)Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card allows you to browse the Internet, chec

11Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To install the SIM:Turn off your computer.1. Remove the battery (see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on 2. 30)

12Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)

13Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless:Ensure that your computer is turned on.1. Press the wireless key 2. on the keyboard. The Wirel

14Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional)To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and a

15Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionBefore you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wi

16Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available

17Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows® 7Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.Click 2. Start → Control Panel→ Network and

18Using Your Inspiron LaptopThis section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron 11 laptop.Right Side Features1 2345 6INSPI

19Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 3-in-1 Media Card Reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and docu

20Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features1 2 3

21Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector — Connects your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. The two

22Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features1 3 42

23Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light — The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery.

24Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad GesturesScrollAllows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes:Traditional Scroll – Allows you

25Using Your Inspiron Laptop RotateAllows you to rotate the active content on the screen. The rotate feature includes:Twist – Allows you to rotate act

26Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media ControlsThe media control keys are located on the keyboard.To use the media controls, press the required key. You c

27Using Your Inspiron Laptop Mute the sound Play or pauseDecrease the volume level Play the next track or chapterIncrease the volume levelEject the di

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28Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display FeaturesThe display panel holds a camera and an accompanying microphone.132 4

29Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1Microphone — Provides high quality sound for video conferencing and voice recording.2Camera — Built-in camera for video

30Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the BatteryWARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety inst

31Using Your Inspiron Laptop 121battery2battery release latches (2)

32Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software FeaturesNOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide o

33Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the DesktopYou can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, or ot

34Using Your Inspiron Laptop Transferring Information to a New ComputerWindows VistaNOTE: The following instructions are applicable for the Windows de

35Dell DockThe Dell Dock is a group of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folders. You can personalize the Do

36Solving ProblemsThis section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines

37Solving Problems Network ProblemsWireless ConnectionsIf the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or wireless has bee

Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

38Solving Problems Power ProblemsIf the power light is off — The computer is either turned off, is not receiving power, or in hibernate state.Press th

39Solving Problems If the power light is breathing white and the computer is not responding — The computer is in standby mode or the display may not b

40Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message —Save and close any open files and exit any •open programs you are

41Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly — Check the software documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.NOTE: So

42Solving Problems Windows® 7Click 1. Start In the search box, type 2. Use an older program with this version of Windows and press <Enter>Foll

43Using Support ToolsDell Support CenterThe Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need.To launc

44Using Support Tools System MessagesIf your computer has an issue or an error, it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause

45Using Support Tools Hardware TroubleshooterIf a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly confi

46Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveThe Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your h

47Using Support Tools If you are experiencing memory issues, c. press <y> otherwise press <n>. The following message is displayed: “Bootin

3 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop. . . . . . . . . .5Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . .

48Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop

49Restoring Your Operating SystemNOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage de

50Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreThe Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer

51Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System RestoreNOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit

52Restoring Your Operating System Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system. This option restores your h

53Restoring Your Operating System Click 7. Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Res

54Restoring Your Operating System To reinstall Windows, you need the following:Dell• Operating System discDell• Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The

55Getting HelpIf you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:See “Solvi

56Getting Help Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support sta

57Getting Help Online ServicesYou can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites:www.dell.com•www.dell.com/ap• (Asian/Pacific

4 Contents Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .49System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Dell Factory Image Restore

58Getting Help Automated Order-Status ServiceTo check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or yo

59Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for CreditPrepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows:NOTE:

60Getting Help Before You CallNOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system direc

61Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a p

62If you need to: See:reinstall your operating system the Operating System discrun a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system

63Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See:find safety best practices information for your computer review Warranty information, Te

64System ModelInspiron 11This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For m

65Basic Specications CommunicationsNetwork adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system boardWireless internal WLAN Mini-Card with WiFi Optional WWAN, WiMax

66Basic Specications DisplayType 11.6-inch HD+ WLED with TrueLifeDimensions:Height 144 mm (5.7 inches)Width 256.12 mm (10.1 inches)Diagonal 293.83 mm

67Basic Specications AC AdapterInput voltage 100–240 VACInput current (maximum)1.5 AInput frequency 50–60 HzOutput power 65 WOutput current 3.34 A (c

5This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron™ 11 laptop. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure t

68Basic Specications Computer EnvironmentTemperature range:Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)Relative humidity (m

69Basic Specications

70AppendixMacrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. paten

71Appendix Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (only for Mexico)The following information is provided in the device(s) described in this

72AAC adaptersize and weight 67airflow, allowing 5Bbackupscreating 34Ccalling Dell 60CDs, playing and creating 32chipset 64computer capabilities

73Index Diagnostic Checklist 60drivers and downloads 63DVDs, playing and creating 32Eemail addressesfor technical support 57energyconserving 33Ff

74Index Ppower strips, using 6processor 64productsinformation and purchasing 58Rreinstalling Windows 54resources, finding more 62restoring factor

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6Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge pro

7Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional)To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.