Dell Inspiron One 0DTN4TA00 manual

SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ™[...]

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SETUP GUIDE Model W01B T ype W01B001 INSPIRON ™[...]

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. If you purch[...]

3 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse . . . . . . . . . 6 Connect the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 8 Adjust the Computer Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Press the Power Button .[...]

4 Contents Restoring Y our Operating System . . . . . . . 4 8 System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 0 Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 5 2 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 T echnical Support and Customer Service . . . .[...]

5 This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron ™ One. WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer . For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www .dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Y our comput[...]

6 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the computer . NOTE: If you purchased a wireless keyboard and mouse along with your computer , connect the USB receiver to the USB connector . For more information, see the documentation that shipped with your keyboard and mous[...]

7 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Connect the Power Cable[...]

8 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Connect the Network Cable (Optional)[...]

9 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One A network connection is not required to complete this computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that uses a cable connection (such as a home cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now . NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to connect to the network connector . [...]

10 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Adjust the Computer Stand WARNING: Do not use the stand to carry the computer . NOTE: The stand must be closed before using the computer with a VESA wall mount. Pull the stand to adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. A distinct click is heard when the stand is opened or closed. Y our computer supports U[...]

11 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Press the Power Button[...]

12 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Set Up Microsoft Windows Y our Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft ® Windows ® operating system. T o set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. The Windows setup screen will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences,[...]

13 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One T o complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Y our Internet Connection” on page 14. Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router . Windows Vista ® Save and close any open files[...]

14 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Setting Up Y our Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country . Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country . 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 connect[...]

15 Setting Up Y our Inspiron One Windows 7 Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs. Click 2. Start → Control Panel → Network and Sharing Center → Set up a new connection or network → Connect to the Internet . The Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click H[...]

16 Using Y our Inspiron One This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron One. Right V iew Features 2 1 3 INSPIRON[...]

17 Using Y our Inspiron One 1 Right panel buttons and connectors — Adjusts brightness and connects USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector . 2 Hard drive activity light — T urns on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking light indicates hard drive activity . CAUTION: T o avoid loss of data, never turn off the com[...]

18 Using Y our Inspiron One Right Panel Buttons and Connectors 1 2 3 4 6 7 5[...]

19 Using Y our Inspiron One 1 Auto adjust button — Auto adjusts the display to the incoming video signal. 2 Brightness adjust button — Provides direct access to the “Brightness” control menu. Y ou can increase or decrease the brightness by adjusting the slider -bar control. Use the + (auto adjust button) or the - (brightness adjust button) [...]

20 Using Y our Inspiron One Left V iew Features 4 5 3 2 1[...]

21 Using Y our Inspiron One 1 Computer stand — Provides stability to the computer and also allows you to adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. 2 Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available lock to the computer . 3 Optical drive eject button — Opens the optical drive when pressed. 4 Optical drive light — Blinks when [...]

22 Using Y our Inspiron One Using the Optical Drive CAUTION: Do not press down on the disc tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. CAUTION: Do not move the computer while playing or recording the disc. Press the eject button on the optical drive. 1. Pull out the optical drive tray . 2. Place the disc w[...]

23 Using Y our Inspiron One[...]

24 Using Y our Inspiron One Back V iew Features 3 1 2[...]

25 Using Y our Inspiron One 1 VESA mount cover — Covers the VESA mount screw holes. Remove this cover to mount your computer on a VESA mount. Y ou can purchase the VESA mount from the Dell website at www .dell.com . 2 Back panel connectors — Connect USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connectors. 3 Service T ag/Express Service Co[...]

26 Using Y our Inspiron One Back Panel Connectors 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 5[...]

27 Using Y our Inspiron One 1 Power connector — Connects to the power cable. Appearance of this connector may vary . 2 Parallel connector — Connects to older printers and scanners. 3 Network connector — Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activi[...]

28 Using Y our Inspiron One Display Features 1 2 3[...]

29 Using Y our Inspiron One 1 C amera activity indicator — Indicates if the camera is on or off. 2 Camera — Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Microphone — Provides high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording.[...]

30 Using Y our Inspiron One Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide available on your computer or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Productivity and Communication Y ou can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, an[...]

31 Using Y our Inspiron One Customizing the Desktop Y ou can use the customizing options available in your operating system to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper , screensaver , and so on. Windows Vista Right-click an open area of the desktop. 1. Click 2. Personalize , to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more ab[...]

32 Using Y our Inspiron One High performance • — This power option provides the highest level of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your activity and by maximizing system performance. Windows 7 Power saver • — This power option saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the [...]

33 Using Y our Inspiron One Windows 7 Click 1. Start → Control Panel → Getting Started → T ransfer files from another computer . Follow the instructions on the 2. Windows Easy T ransfer wizard. Backing Up Y our Data It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer . T o back up files: Windows Vista Click 1. S[...]

34 Using Y our Inspiron One Dell Dock The Dell Dock is a group of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folders. Y ou can personalize the Dock by: Adding or removing icons • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the color and location of the Dock • Changing the behavior of the icons ?[...]

35 Solving Problems 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 41 or “Contacting Dell” on page 6 0. Beep Codes Y our computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or prob[...]

36 Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer . Check your wireless router to ensure it is • powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). Interference may be blocking or interrupt[...]

37 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is in hibernate mode, turned off, or is not receiving power . There may also be a problem with the system board. Press the power button to resume normal • operation. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, • ensure that the power strip is plugged into an [...]

38 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. T oo many devices connected to a • power strip. Multiple power strips[...]

39 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[...]

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

41 Using Support T ools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. T o launch the application, click the i co n i n t h e taskbar . The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer’ s model number , service tag, express service code, and service contact inform[...]

42 Using Support T ools System Messages If your computer has an issue or error , it may display a S y st e m M es s ag e t h at wi l l h el p y o u i de n ti f y t h e ca u s e a nd ac t io n n e ed e d t o r es o lv e t h e i ss u e . NOTE: If the message you received is not liste d in the fo llowin g exam ples, see th e documentation for either t[...]

43 Using Support T ools Enter system setup and ensure that the boot • sequence information is correct (see the Dell T echnology Guide 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. Contact Dell for assistance (see “Contacting Dell” on[...]

44 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 39 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[...]

45 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. If PSA is invoked: The PSA starts running tests. a. If the PSA completes successfully , the b. following message is displayed: “No problems have been found with this system [...]

46 Using Support T ools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc Insert the 1. Drivers and Utilities disc. Shut down and restart the computer . 2. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately . NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft ® Windows [...]

47 Using Support T ools If a problem is encountered during a test, 8. a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 60 ). NOTE: The Service T ag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. The Service T ag [...]

48 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 returns yo[...]

49 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 following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view , so they may not apply if you have changed the settings on your Dell ™ computer to the Windows Classic view . Starting S[...]

50 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 this option. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not[...]

51 Restoring Y our Operating System 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 options, log on as a 5. local user . T o access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK . Click 6. Dell Factory Image Restore .[...]

52 Restoring Y our Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before Y ou Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Mi cr os of t ® 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 Restor[...]

53 Restoring Y our Operating System Reinstalling Microsoft Windows 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 Syst[...]

54 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. 35 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. See the 2. Dell T echnology Guide for more troubleshooting information. See[...]

55 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[...]

56 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[...]

57 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[...]

58 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under W arranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, make sure to back up any data on the hard drive and on any other storage device in the product. Remove any and all confidential, proprietary and personal in[...]

59 Getting Help Pack the equipment to be returned in the 5. original (or equivalent) packing materials. NOTE: Y ou are responsible for paying shipping expenses. Y ou are also responsible for insuring any product returned, and you assume the risk of loss during shipment to Dell. Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) packages are not accepted. NOTE: Returns t[...]

60 Getting Help Diagnostic Checklist Name: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: • Service T ag (bar code on the back of the • computer): Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if • provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: •?[...]

61 Getting Help T o contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: Visit 1. support.dell.com . V erify your country or region in the 2. Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. Click 3. Contact Us on the left side of the page. Select the appropriate service or support link 4. based on your need. Choo[...]

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

63 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find your Service tag/Express Service Code — Y ou must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support the back of your computer find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new pu[...]

64 System Model Inspiron One 19 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for , and upgrading your computer . For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of y[...]

65 Basic Specications Drives and Devices A vailable devices Serial A T A hard drive, DVD-ROM (optional), DVD+/- RW (optional), microphone array , and 8-in-1 Media Card Reader Memory T ype Dual channel 800 MHz DDR2 Minimum 1 GB Maximum 4 GB Computer Information System chipset Intel G41+ICH7 External Connectors Network adapter RJ45 connector USB 2[...]

66 Basic Specications Video T ype Intel X4500 Audio T ype Integrated speakers Display T ype (active-matrix TFT) 18.5 inches, 16:9, WXGA Maximum resolution 1366 x 768 Power W attage 130 W V oltage 100-240 V AC Backup battery 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell Physical Height 386.39 mm (15.21 inches) Width 477.39 mm (18.79 inches) Depth 103.98 mm (4.09 [...]

67 Basic Specications Computer Environment Maximum vibration: Operating 0.26 GRMS random for 2 min in all operational orientations Storage 2.2 GRMS random for 15 mins Maximum shock: Operating Half-Sine Pulse: 40G for 2ms with a change in velocity of 20 in/s (51 cm/s) Storage Half-Sine Pulse: 40G for 22 ms with a change in velocity of 240 in/s (6[...]

68 Appendix Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is[...]

69 A airflow , allowing 5 audio 66 B backups creating 33 C calling Dell 59 CDs, playing and creating 30 chipset 65 computer weights and dimensions 66 computer capabilities 30 computer environment 66 computer information 65 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) optional network cable 8 conserving energy 31 Contacting Dell online 60 customer service 5[...]

70 Index Dell Support Center 41 Dell support website 63 Dell T echnology Guide for futher information 62 Diagnostic Checklist 59 disc drive supported disc sizes 22 discs using 22 drivers and downloads 63 drives and devices 64 DVDs, playing and creating 30 E email addresses for technical support 56 energy conserving 31 expansion bus 66 F finding mor[...]

71 Index I Internet connection 12 ISP Internet Service Provider 12 L line-in connector 19 M media card reader 19 memory minimum and maximum 65 memory problems solving 38 Memory Stick reader 19 memory support 65 microphone connector 19 MMC 19 Multi Media Card reader 19 N network connection fixing 36 network speed testing 36 P physical specifications[...]

72 Index R reinstalling Windows 48 resources, finding more 62 restoring factory image 50 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 58 software features 30 software problems 39 solving problems 35 specifications 64 support email addresses 56 support sites worldwide 55 System Messages 42 System Restore 48 U USB 2.0 back conne[...]

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