INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE
INSPIRON Mini 10 ™ SETUP GUIDE Model PP19S
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This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 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 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. 6 WARNING: 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™ Mini 10 Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop Press the Power Button 8
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless To turn on wireless, with the computer turned on: 1. Press or double-click the wireless icon on the system tray. The Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box is displayed. 2. Select one of the following: ––Enable Bluetooth ––Enable Wireless LAN ––Enable Wireless WAN/GPS 3. Click OK. To turn off wireless, press again to turn off all radios.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs 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). Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE: 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 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears. b.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop 3. Click Connect to the Internet. 4. In the next window, select the appropriate option: ––If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs). ––If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. ––If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP. 5. Click Next.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Laptop Set up the TV Tuner (Availability Varies by Regions) You can set up the TV Tuner through PowerCinema. To set up the TV Tuner for the first time: 1. Click the PowerCinema icon in Start→ All Programs. 2. Go to Main Menu→ Entertainment → Live TV and follow the instructions on the screen. To re-configure your TV tuner settings: 1. Click the PowerCinema icon in Start→ All Programs. 2. Go to Main Menu→ Entertainment→ Live TV. 3. Click Advanced in the control menu. 4.
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-aglance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Audio Out/ Headphone connector – Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio In/ Microphone connector – Connects to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. 3 HDMI connector – Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. 5 Power USB connector – Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. This port can support up to 2 ampere current loading.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 5 4 1 16 2 3
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security 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. 2 3 AC adapter connector – Connects to the AC adapter to power on the computer and charge the battery. USB 2.0 connector – Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 18 4
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light – Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows: On AC Adapter • Solid white: The system is on and the battery is charging. • Flashing white: The system is in standby mode. 2 Keyboard – The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using the system setting utility.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch pad Gestures Scroll Features Scrolling allows you to navigate through content. Pan Scroll – Allows you move the focus of the visible area. To use the pan scroll feature: 1. Place two fingers next to each other on the touch pad. 2. Move both fingers in the direction you wish to move the focus of the visible area. Auto Scroll Vertical – Allows scrolling in an upward, or downward direction. 1. Place two fingers next to each other on the touch pad. 2.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Circular Scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. To scroll up and down: 1. Place one finger in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad). 2. Move your finger in a clockwise circular direction to scroll downwards or counterclockwise to scroll upwards. Flick Feature Flick allows you to flip your focus on content forward or backward based on the direction of the flick. 1. Place three fingers next to each other on the touch pad. 2.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Features Zoom allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom features include: Pinch Zoom – Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the touch pad. To zoom in or zoom out using the zoom zone: 1. Place one finger in the zoom zone. 2. Move your finger upward and downward to zoom in and out. 1. Place two fingers close together on the touch pad. Rotate Features 2.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Twist Rotate – Allows you to rotate active content in 90-degree increments using two fingers where one finger is anchored and the other rotates. 1. Place two fingers on the touch pad. 2. Keeping the lower finger in place, move one finger in and arched direction right or left to rotate the selected item 90 degrees. Arc Rotate – Allows you to rotate active content by moving two fingers in an arched direction. 1. Place two fingers on the touch pad. 2.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and a camera activity light. 1 24 2 3 4 1 Microphone – Provides quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light – Indicates when the camera is on or off. 3 Camera – Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display – Your display can vary based on selections you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use a battery purchased from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). 1 To remove the battery: 1. Shut down the computer and turn it over. 2. Slide the battery lock latch until it clicks into place. 3.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Customizing the Desktop in Windows Vista You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window. To access the display properties window: Productivity and Communication 1.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing Your Energy Settings Backing Up Your Data on Windows Vista You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. Windows provides three default options: It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer. To back up files: • Balanced — This power option offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of inactivity.
INSPIRON Solving Problems WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. Network Problems Wireless Connections • Re-establish your connection to the wireless router: a. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. b. Click Start→ Connect To. c. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
Solving Problems • Orange — A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer. • Off — The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network. NOTE: The link integrity light on the network connector is only for the wired cable connection. The link integrity light does not provide status for wireless connections. Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power.
Solving Problems If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet.
Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly — Check the software documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the media (CD or DVD). NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve media.
Solving Problems by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your pointer or mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer. ––Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. If you have other software problems — ––If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program, Dell Support Center. • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.
NOTE: The instructions in this section are for computers with Windows Vista operating system installed. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com. Click the icon in the taskbar to run the application.
Using Support Tools System Messages If your computer has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause and action needed to resolve the issue. NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the following examples, see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Alternatively see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard disk or the Dell Support website at support. dell.com.
Using Support Tools • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard disk or the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). No timer tick interrupt — A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see “Contacting Dell” on page 49). USB over current error — Disconnect the USB device. Your USB device needs more power for it to function properly.
Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 30 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell ( see “Contacting Dell” on page 49) for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. CAUTION: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your computer.
Using Support Tools 4. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involves media. 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the following ways: • System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer.
Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Starting System Restore in Windows Vista 1. Click Start . 2. In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your administrator to continue the desired action. 3.
Restoring Your Operating System system restoration is complete. 1. Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore. 2. In the welcome screen, click Undo my last restoration and then click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Using Dell™ PC Restore in Windows XP CAUTION: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options.
Restoring Your Operating System CAUTION: If you do not want to proceed with PC Restore, click Reboot. 3. Click Restore and click Confirm. The restore process takes approximately 6 to 10 minutes to complete. 6. Click Next. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. After the computer restarts, click OK. 4. When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot. 5. When prompted, click Yes.
Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers.
Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. CAUTION: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. Select the checkbox to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to the factory condition, then click Next.
Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with your computer. Reinstalling Windows The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete.
If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1. See “Solving Problems” on page 28 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2. See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 35 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics. 3. Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 48. 4. Use Dell’s extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support (support.dell.
Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support staff use computer-based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers. To contact Dell’s support service, see “Before You Call” on page 47 and then see the contact information for your region or go to support.dell.com. Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites: • www.dell.com • www.dell.
Getting Help Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) • ftp.dell.com Log in as user: anonymous, and use your e-mail address as your password. AutoTech Service Dell’s automated support service–AutoTech– provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers. When you call AutoTech, use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects that correspond to your questions.
Getting Help Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. You may also be asked for your Service Tag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the following Diagnostics Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer.
Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed: Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355).
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. the Operating System media. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities media. learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive.
Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement.
INSPIRON Basic Specifications System Model Processor Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Type Intel® Silverthorne CPU Intel® Atom™ Z520 or Z530 or Z540 L2 Cache 512 MB External bus frequency 533-MT/S @ 133 MHz This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may vary by region.
Basic Specifications Computer Information System Chipset Communications Intel LPIA (Low Power Intel Architecture) Poulsbo US15W Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width single channel 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 32 bits Flash EEPROM 1 MB Internal Storage 2.5” HDD SATA: 120/160/250 GB 5400 rpm Modem type External V.
Basic Specifications Audio Video video controller Intel LPIA Poulsbo video memory 8 MB system memory (shared) LCD interface LVDS External Interface integrated analog microphone, microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/ speakers connector, digital MIC with camera module (optional) Speaker two 1.
Basic Specifications Ports and Connectors Audio Mini-Card Network adapter integrated analog microphone, integrated analog speaker, microphone connector, one stereo headphone/speakers connector, digital MIC with camera module (optional) two full size Mini Card slots and one half size Mini Card slot, the half slot supports dual interface and the full slots support USB only USB three 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors Video 19-pin type A HDMI connector Display Type (TrueLight) 10.1 inch WSVGA AG 10.
Basic Specifications Maximum resolution 1024 x 576 WSVGA AG Vertical +50° (CR≥10) typ. HD AG 1366 x 768 HD AG Refresh rate 60 Hz Operating angle 0° (closed) to 135° Luminance 180 min. 200 typ. cd/m² (5 point avg) WSVGA AG 230 min. 250 typ. cd/ m² (5 point avg) HD AG Pixel pitch ±40° (CR≥10) typ.. WSVGA AG ±60° (CR≥10) typ.. HD AG 56 0.2175 x 0.2175 mm WSVGA AG 0.16305 x 0.16305 mm HD AG Controls Viewing Angles: Horizontal +10° - +30° (CR≥10) typ.
Basic Specifications Camera AC Adapter Pixel 1.3 megapixel Input voltage 100–240 VAC Video resolution 320x240 ~1280x1024 (640x480 at 30fps) Input current (maximum) 1.0 A Diagonal viewing angle 66° Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output power 30 W Output current 1.58 A (maximum) Rated output voltage 19.0 VDC Touch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Dimensions: Size: 30 W (APD) Width 78.5 mm (3.09 in) sensor-active area Height 38 mm (1.49 in) rectangle Height 59.
Basic Specifications AC Adapter Computer Environment 30 W (PI) Temperature range: Height 70.0 mm (2.76 in) Width 36.0 mm (1.42 in) Depth 78.0 mm (3.07in) Weight (with cables) 0.156 kg (0.34 lb) Physical Height 25.3 mm to 28.0 mm (0.99 in to 1.10 in) Width 261 mm (10.27 in) Depth 182.5 mm (7.18 in) Weight (with 3-cell battery): Configurable to less than 58 1.30 kg (2.
Basic Specifications Computer Environment Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 G Storage 160 G 59
INSPIRON Index A Contacting Dell online 49 AC adapter size and weight 57, 58 customer service 46 customizing your energy settings 27 airflow, allowing 5 AutoTech 47 D B damage, avoiding 5 backups creating 27 data, backing up 27 Dell Factory Image Restore 38 Dell Support Center 33 C calling Dell 48 chipset 53 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 9 conserving energy 27 60 Dell support website 51 Dell Technology Guide for further information 50 Diagnostic Checklist 48 drivers and do
Index E I e-mail addresses for technical support 46 Internet connection 10 ISP energy conserving 27 expansion bus 53 F Internet Service Provider 10 M memory problems solving 30 finding more information 50 memory support 52 FTP login, anonymous 47 N H network connection hardware problems fixing 28 diagnosing 35 network speed Hardware Troubleshooter 35 help getting assistance and support 45 testing 28 O order status 47 61
Index P support e-mail addresses 46 power problems, solving 29 support sites worldwide 46 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 28 System Messages 34 processor 52 system reinstall options 38 products System Restore 38 information and purchasing 47 T R technical support 46 reinstalling Windows 38 V resources, finding more 50 restoring factory image 42 S setup, before you begin 5 software features 26 software problems 30 solving problems 28 specifications 52 62 ventilation, ensuring 5 W
Index Windows XP 31 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 28 63
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