Dell 1440 Bedienungsanleitung

SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ™[...]

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Model PP42L INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE[...]

Notes, Cautions, and W arnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A W ARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death. ____________[...]

3 INSPIRON Setting Up Y our Inspiron ™ Laptop. . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7 Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Windows Vista ® Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Enab[...]

4 Contents Restoring Y our Operating System . . . . . . . 4 2 System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2 Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4 Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 4 6 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 8 T echnical Support and Customer Service . . .[...]

5 INSPIRON Setting Up Y our Inspiron ™ Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron 1440 laptop and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Y our 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[...]

6 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector . 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[...]

7 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) T o use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.[...]

8 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Press the Power Button[...]

9 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Windows V ista ® Setup If you selected Windows Vista operating system while ordering, your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista. T o set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take up to 15 minutes to complete. The screens will[...]

10 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and ISP offerings vary by country . T o connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an ISP . If WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order , you can purchase one from the Dell website at www .del[...]

11 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: T o set up your wireless router , see the documentation that shipped with your router . Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router . T o set up your connection to a wireless router: Save and close any open files, and [...]

INSPIRON 12 Y our Inspiron 1440 laptop has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 Using Y our Inspiron ™ Laptop[...]

13 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 ExpressCard slot – Provides support for additional memory , wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. Supports 34 mm ExpressCards. NOTE: Y our computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the bl[...]

14 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Left Side Features 2 3 1 4 5[...]

15 Using Y our 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 AC adapter connector – Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery . 3 VGA con[...]

16 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Front Side Features 1 2 3[...]

17 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Integrated single analog microphone – Provides quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 2 7-in-1 Media Card Reader – Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on these digital memory cards: Secure digital (SD) memory card • Secur[...]

18 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3[...]

19 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Keyboard – For more information about the keyboard, see the Dell T echnology Guide . The media controls are also located on the keyboard. These keys control CD, DVD, Blu-ray (optional), and media playback. 2 T ouch pad buttons – Provide left- and right-click functions like those on a mouse. 3 T ouch pad – P[...]

20 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop T ouch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: T raditional Scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. T o scroll up and down: Move a finger up or down in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad) to scroll up or down on the active [...]

21 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes: One finger zoom – Allows you to zoom in or out. T o zoom in: Move a finger up in the zoom zone (extreme left of the touch pad) to zoom in. T o zoom out: Move a finger down in the zoom zone (extreme left of [...]

22 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Media Controls Y ou can configure the media control keys using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup utility . The options in the Function Key Behavior setting are: Multimedia Key First – This is the default setting. Pressing any media control key performs the associated multimedia action. For function ke[...]

23 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Mute the sound Play or pause T urn down the volume Play the next track or chapter T urn up the volume Eject the disc Play the previous track or chapter[...]

24 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Display Features 1 2 4 5 3[...]

25 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Left digital array microphone (optional) – Combines with the right digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light (optional) – Indicates if the camera is on or off. Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer , your compute[...]

26 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery 1 2 3 1 Battery 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery bay[...]

27 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer . 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.[...]

28 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Productivity and Communication Y ou ca n u se you r c omp ute r t o c rea te presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fli[...]

29 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Power saver • — This power option saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amount of energy consumed by your computer over its lifetime. High performance • — This power option provides the highest level of system performance o[...]

INSPIRON 30 This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer . If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support T ools” on page 36 or see “Contacting Dell” on page 53. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or w[...]

31 Solving Problems Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lost — The cable is loose or damaged. Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in • and not damaged. The link integrity light on the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the status: Green — A good conn[...]

32 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power . Reseat the power cable into both the • power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, • ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet a[...]

33 Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message — Save and close any open files and exit any • open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem. See the software documentation for • minimum memory requirements. If necessary , install additional memory (see the Service Manual on the De[...]

34 Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet. If a program stops responding — End the program: Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously . 1. Click 2. Applications . Click the program that is no l[...]

35 Solving Problems Click 1. Start → Control Panel → Programs → Use an older program with this version of Windows . In the welcome screen, click 2. Next . Follow the instructions on the screen. 3. If you have other software problems — Back up your files immediately . • Use a virus-scanning program to check the • hard drive or CDs.[...]

INSPIRON 36 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. The home page provides links to access: [...]

37 Using Support T ools For more information about the Dell Support Center , see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com .[...]

38 Using Support T ools 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 runnin[...]

39 Using Support T ools Enter system setup and ensure that the boot • sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual on 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 the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.del[...]

40 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 34 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell co[...]

41 Using Support T ools NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics 4. from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc Insert [...]

INSPIRON 42 Restoring Y our Operating System Y ou 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 r[...]

43 Restoring Y our Operating System CAUTION: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them. 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 Click 1[...]

44 Restoring Y our 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 n[...]

45 Restoring Y our Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore T urn on the computer . When the Dell logo 1. appears, press <F8> several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window . Select 2. Repair Y our Computer . The 3. System Recovery Options window appears. Select a keyboard layout and click 4. Next . T o access the recovery [...]

46 Restoring Y our Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before you Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver , first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your oper[...]

47 Restoring Y our Operating System Reinstalling Windows Vista The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. Save and close any open files and exit any 1. open programs. Insert the 2. Operating System d[...]

INSPIRON 48 Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer , you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: See “Solving Problems” on page 1. 30 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 40 for procedures on how to [...]

49 Getting Help When prompted by Dell’ s automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder , double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions. NOTE: Some of the services are not al[...]

50 Getting Help Online Services Y ou can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites: www .dell.com • www .dell.com/ap • (Asian/Pacific countries only) www .dell.com/jp • (Japan only) www .euro.dell.com • (Europe only) www .dell.com/la • (Latin American and Caribbean countries) www .dell.ca • (Cana[...]

51 Getting Help Automated Order -Status Service T o check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com , or you can call the automated order -status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order . For the telephone number to call your region, see “Contact[...]

52 Getting Help Before Y ou 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 . Y ou may also be asked for your Service T ag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the following Diagnostics Checklist. If possibl[...]

53 Getting Help Expansion cards: • Are you connected to a network? Y es/No • Network, version, and network adapter: • Programs and versions: • 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 c[...]

INSPIRON 54 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. your Operating System disc. run a diagnostic program for your computer , reinstall laptop system software, or update drivers for your computer , and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be fou[...]

55 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer review W arranty information, T erms and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your compu[...]

INSPIRON 56 Specifications System model Inspiron 1440 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for , and upgrading your computer . NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer , click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view informa[...]

57 Specications Memory Memory module connector two internally-accessible SO-DIMM sockets Memory configurations possible 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, and 8 GB Memory type DDR2 SO-DIMM Minimum memory 1 GB Maximum memory 8 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory , see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . [...]

58 Specications Audio Audio type two-channel high definition audio (Azalia) Audio controller IDT 92HD81 Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Internal interface Intel high-definition audio Speaker two 4-ohm speaker V olume controls program menus, keyboard hotkeys Ports and connectors Audio one microphone connector , [...]

59 Specications Display Viewing Angles: Horizontal ±40° (HD) ±60° (HD+) V ertical +15/-30° (HD) ±50° (HD+) Pixel pitch 0.2265 mm (HD) 0.1935 mm (HD+) Power consumption (panel with backlight) (typical) 4.8 W (max) (HD) 5.5 W (max) (HD+) Camera (optional) Pixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 320 x 240 ~1280 x 1024 (640 x 480 at 30 fps) Diag[...]

60 Specications Keyboard Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Battery T ype 4-cell lithium ion 6-cell lithium ion 9-cell lithium ion Depth 48.45 mm (1.91 inches) Height 20.15 mm (0.79 inches) (4/6-cell) 40.05 mm (1.58 inches) (9-cell) Width 205.22 mm (8.08 inches) (4/6-cell) 276.95 (10.90 inches[...]

61 Specications AC adapter Dimensions: 65 W Height 29.0 mm (1.14 inches) Width 46.5 mm (1.83 inches) Depth 107 mm (4.21 inches) W eight (with cables) 0.250 kg (0.55 lb) 65 W (E-Series) Height 16.0 mm (0.67 inches) Width 66.0 mm (2.60 inches) Depth 127.0 mm (5.00 inches) W eight (with cables) 0.265 kg (0.58 lb) AC adapter 90 W Height 16.0 mm (0.6[...]

62 Specications Physical Height 25.4 to 38.9 mm (1.0 to 1.5 inches) Width 339 mm (13.35 inches) Depth 238 mm (9.37 inches) W eight (with 4-cell battery) 2.3 kg (5.07 lb) W eight (with 6-cell battery) 2.4 kg (5.29 lb) Computer environment T emperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Compu[...]

63 INSPIRON Index A AC adapter size and weight 61 airflow , allowing 5 B backups creating 29 C calling Dell 52 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 10 conserving energy 28 customer service 49 customizing your energy settings 28 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 29 Dell Factory Image Restore 42 Dell Support Center 36 Dell support[...]

64 Index Dell T echnology Guide for further information 54 Diagnostic Checklist 52 drivers and downloads 55 E e-mail addresses for technical support 50 energy conserving 28 expansion bus 57 F finding more information 54 FTP login, anonymous 50 H hardware problems diagnosing 40 Hardware T roubleshooter 4 0 help getting assistance and support 48 I In[...]

65 Index N network connection fixing 30, 31 network speed testing 30 O order status 51 P power problems, solving 32 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 30 processor 56 products information and purchasing 51 R reinstalling Windows 42 resources, finding more 54 restoring factory image 44 S setup, before you begin 5 software features 28 software p[...]

66 Index T technical support 49 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W Windows, reinstalling 42 Windows Vista ® 9 Program Compatibility Wizard 34 reinstalling 47 setup 9 wired network network cable, connecting 7[...]

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