Dell PP39S manual

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Model PP39S INSPIRON ™ 9 10 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. _________________[...]

3 INSPIRON Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connecting the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connecting the Network Cable (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 T urning on Y our Inspiron Ultra [...]

4 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 T echnical Support and Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8 Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 AutoT ech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 9 Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

5 INSPIRON Se t ting Up Y our Insp iron Ultr a Mob i le De vice This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron 910 ultra mobile device 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[...]

6 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 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 connect[...]

7 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Connecting the Network Cable (optional) T o use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.[...]

8 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device T urning on Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device[...]

9 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Using the Wireless Key T o 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[...]

10 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Setup If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer , it is already configured. T o 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, setti[...]

11 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Setting Up a Wireless Connection in Windows XP 2 1 3 4 3 Internet service 1. cable or DSL modem 2. wireless router 3. portable computer with wireless network 4. card See the documentation for your computer or router for more information about how to set up and use your wireless network. Before you ca[...]

12 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 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 any 1. open programs. Click 2. Start → lnternet Explorer → Connect to the Internet. In the next window , click the appropriate 3. op[...]

13 Setting Up Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device[...]

INSPIRON 14 Y our Inspiron 910 has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks. Right Side Features Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 5 4 3 2 1[...]

15 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 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 USB 2.0 connector – Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard,[...]

16 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Left Side Features 1 2 3 4[...]

17 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 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 on the computer and charge the batter[...]

18 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 4 5 6 3[...]

19 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 1 Power indicator light – T urns on when the system is powered on. The light operates as follows: On AC Adapter: Solid white • – The computer is on, off, or in hibernate mode, and the battery is charging. Flashing white – • The computer is in standby mode. Off – • The computer is of[...]

20 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device For more information on the keyboard, see Dell T echnology Guide . Wireless and volume control keys are also located on the keyboard. Press <Fn><2> to turn on/off your wireless devices Press <Fn><3> to view details of your battery status, health, and to get battery tips Press <F[...]

21 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 Camera activity light (optional) – Indicates when the camera is on or off. Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer , your computer may not include a camera. 2 Camera (optional) – Built-i[...]

22 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device 2 3 1 Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: 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. CAUTION: Before removing the battery , shut down the computer , and remove ext[...]

23 Using Y our Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide 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, flie[...]

INSPIRON 24 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 30 or “Contacting Dell” on page 41. CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover . See the Service Manual on the Dell Support websit[...]

25 Solving Problems 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. NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected [...]

26 Solving Problems If the power light is blinking white — The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the pointer using the touch pad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation. If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal is creating interfere[...]

27 Solving Problems If you experience other memory problems — Ensure that you are following the memory • installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com ). Check if the memory module is compatible • with your computer . Y our computer supports DDR2 memory . For more information about the t[...]

28 Solving Problems If the computer stops responding — NOTICE: Y ou might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. T urn the computer off. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button until the computer turns off and then restart your computer . If [...]

29 Solving Problems Ensure that your computer meets the – minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information. Ensure that the program is installed and – configured properly . V erify that the device drivers do not – conflict with the program. Uninstall and then reinstall the program, – i[...]

INSPIRON 30 Using Support T ools NOTE: The instructions in this section are for computers with Windows XP 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 Service[...]

31 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[...]

32 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[...]

33 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print this procedure before you begin. NOTICE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with your computer . See the Dell T echnology Guide to review your compu[...]

34 Using Support T ools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Y our 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. Insert the 1. Drivers and Utilities disc. Shut down and restart the computer . 2. When the DELL [...]

35 INSPIRON If you received an Operating System disc with your computer , you can use it to restore your operating system. However , using the Operating System disc also deletes all data on the solid- state drive. NOTE: Y our computer may or may not have an external optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the[...]

36 Restoring Y our Operating System Reinstalling Windows XP The reinstallation process can take one to two 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 [...]

37 INSPIRON 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. 23 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 32 for procedures on how to run Dell Diag[...]

38 Getting Help T echnical 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. T o contact Dell’ s support service, see “Before Y ou Call” on page 40 and then see the contact information for your r[...]

39 Getting Help sales_canada@dell.com • (Canada only) Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com • Log in as user: anonymous , and use your e-mail address as your password. AutoT ech Service Dell’ s automated support service–AutoT ech– provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about [...]

40 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[...]

41 Getting Help 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 NOTE: See “Before Y ou Call” on page 40 before you contact Dell. For customers in the Unite[...]

INSPIRON 42 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 notebook system software, or update drivers for your computer , and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be f[...]

43 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 44 Basic Specifications System Model - Dell Inspiron 910 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. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer , click Start → Help and Support and select the opti[...]

45 Basic Specications Computer Information System Chipset Intel 945GSE Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width single channel 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 32 bits Flash EPROM 1 MB PCI Bus 32 bits Internal Storage T ype SSD (Solid-state drive) MLC Capacity 4 GB, 8 GB, or 16 GB Communications Modem type External V .92 56K USB Modem Modem[...]

46 Basic Specications Audio Audio type 2 channel High Definition Audio Audio controller Realtek ALC268 Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Internal Interface Intel High Definition Audio External Interface integrated analog microphone, microphone- in connector , stereo headphones/speakers connector Speaker two 4-ohm[...]

47 Basic Specications Display T ype (T rueLife) 8.9 inch WSVGA Dimensions: Height 129.55 mm (5.1 in) Width 213.36 mm (8.2 in) Maximum resolution 1024 x 600 Refresh rate 60 Hz Operating angle 0° (closed) to 135° Luminance 162 min. 180 typ. cd/ m² (5 point avg) Display Viewing Angles: Horizontal ±40° (LED) min. V ertical +15°/–30° (LED) m[...]

48 Basic Specications Camera (optional) Pixel 0.3 megapixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 320x240 ~1280x1024 (640x480 at 30fps) Diagonal viewing angle 66° T ouch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 62 mm (2.44 in) sensor - active area Height 32.5 mm (1.28 in) rectangle Battery T ype 4-cell lithium ion Depth 58[...]

49 Basic Specications Battery Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power - intensive conditions. See Dell T echnology Guide for more information. Life span (approximate) 300 discharge/charge cycles T emperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) S[...]

50 Basic Specications AC Adapter Height 57.0 mm (2.24 in) Width 40.0 mm (1.57 in) Depth 80.0 mm (3.15in) W eight (with cables) 0.18 kg (0.40 lb) 30 W (PI) Height 70.0 mm (2.76 in) Width 36.0 mm (1.42 in) Depth 78.0 mm (3.07in) W eight (with cables) 0.156 kg (0.34 lb) Physical Height 27.2 mm to 31.7 mm (1.07 in to 1.25 in) Width 232 mm (9.1 in) P[...]

51 Basic Specications Computer Environment Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS Storage 1.3 GRMS Maximum shock (measured with solid-state drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half- sine pulse): Operating 110 G Storage 163 G Computer Environment Altitude (maximum) : Operati[...]

INSPIRON 52 Index A AC adapter size and weight 49, 50 airflow , allowing 5 AutoT ech 3 9 C calling Dell 40 chipset 45 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 10 Contacting Dell online 41 customer service 38 D damage, avoiding 5 Dell Support Center 30 Dell support website 43 Dell T echnology Guide for further information 42 Diagnostic C[...]

53 Index H hardware problems diagnosing 32 Hardware T roubleshooter 3 2 help getting assistance and support 37 I Internet connection 10 ISP Internet Service Provider 10 M memory problems solving 26 memory support 44 Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Program Compatibility Wizard 28 reinstalling 36 setup 10 N network connection fixing 24 O order status 39 P[...]

54 Index R reinstalling Windows 35 resources, finding more 42 S setup, before you begin 5 software features 23 software problems 27 solving problems 24 specifications 44 support e-mail addresses 38 support sites worldwide 38 System Messages 31 system reinstall options 35 T technical support 38 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W Windows, reinstalling 35 wi[...]

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