Readme files may be included on your CD to Page 14 Windows System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running.
Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy- drive cable. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.
See "Checking the Battery Charge" on page To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider ISP.
Page 28 When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished screen appears. NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search dell. See the documentation that came with your printer.
When lightning occurs in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the electrical outlet. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. Page 32 Setting Up Your Computer Switching the Video Image When you start the computer with an external device such as an external monitor or projector attached and turned on, the image may appear on either the computer display or the external device.
Page 34 If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible.
To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys. Page Touch Pad Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. Page Using A Battery Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion.
Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery.
If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. By default, a pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can change the settings for the battery alarms. Page Configuring Power Management Settings To exit standby mode, press the power button or open the display depending on how you set the options on the Advanced tab.
You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved area on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. Page Charging The Battery Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion.
Page Storing A Battery To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is connected to a docking device docked , undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. Press the eject button on the front of the drive.
Using Multimedia Page Using Cards Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications , multimedia, and security features to your computer.
See "Specifications" on page for information on supported ExpressCards. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles.
To install a media memory card: 1 Hold the card with the top side of the card facing up. Page Setting Up A Network Setting Up a Network Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Before you connect your computer to a network that is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it.
To connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer. If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card. Page Connecting To A Wireless Local Area Network Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your computer and then search for that name on the Dell Support website at support.
For information on the type of wireless network card that is installed in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page Page 58 Setting Up a Network A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the lock, attach it to the security cable slot on your computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device. For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for proof of your identity to ensure that only an authorized person can use the computer.
Page Solving Problems Then shut down your computer and try again. Solving Problems Press any key to continue. Page 63 If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell.
See "Contacting Dell" on page If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Page Error Messages Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection your program may require an upgrade to scan the computer and remove spyware.
For more information, go to support. Page Replacing The Display Panel 1 pull-tab on bottom flex-cable 2 top flex-cable 3 top display-cable connector connector connector 4 inverter connector Replacing the Display Panel 1.
Reconnect the top display-cable connector to the top flex-cable connector. Reconnect the bottom flex-cable connector to the inverter connector. Page 21 1. Replace the spring that attaches the latch to the display panel.
Align the latch with the display panel and slide the latch to the left to secure it into place. Back to Contents Page NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. Removing the Hard Drive 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. Page 24 Back to Contents Page Page 27 3. Press lightly on the top edges of the keyboard to snap it into place. Replace the two M2. Page Replacing The Memory Module S memory module securing clips 2 Replacing the Memory Module s NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem. Replacing the Modem 1. Connect the modem cable to the modem. Page 34 captive screw standby switch connector touch pad connector 9. Lift the palm rest and remove it from the computer. Page 37 cable routing clip speaker cable Back to Contents Page Page Replacing The System Board Remove the remaining two M2.
Pull out slightly on the back right side of the computer to release the connectors on the system board from the base. If no lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Each light represents incremental degradation.
If five lights appear, less than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery.
See "Specifications" on page for more information about the battery operating time. NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning, and then connect the computer to an electrical outlet. If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. By default, a pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted.
You can change the settings for the battery alarms. See "Power Management Modes" on page 41 for more information about standby and hibernate modes. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 42 for more information. Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of inactivity a time-out. When the computer exits standby mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering standby mode. To exit standby mode, press the power button or open the display depending on how you set the options on the Advanced tab.
You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved area on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer.
When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering hibernate mode. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low.
Remove and reinsert the card see "Removing an ExpressCard or Blank" on page 50 , or simply restart reboot your computer. To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may take a short time to exit hibernate mode. You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. For more information on hibernate mode, see the documentation that came with your operating system. You can use Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on your computer.
For information on any field in the Power Options Properties window, click the question mark icon on the title bar and then click on the area corresponding to the information that you need.
When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the battery is hot from being used in your computer or being in a hot environment, the battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
The battery is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery. For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from the computer.
NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in standby mode, you have up to 1 minute to complete the battery replacement before the computer shuts down and loses any unsaved data. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.
Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully see "Charging the Battery" on page 43 before you use it.
Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. Press the eject button on the front of the drive. For more information, see the Drivers and Utilities CD the Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not be available for your computer or in certain countries. For more information on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control window. Adjust the volume with the volume control buttons or by pressing the following key combinations:.
If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties. You can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data.
For help, open Sonic DigitalMedia and then click the question mark icon in the upper-right corner of the window. The computer reads your source CD or DVD and copies the data to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive. Use blank CD-Rs to record music or permanently store data files. CD-RWs do not play in most home or car stereos. For a list of formats supported by your DVD player, see the documentation provided with your DVD player or contact the manufacturer.
If you make a mistake, you can erase the data on the CD-RW and try again. ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications , multimedia, and security features to your computer. Your computer shipped with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer.
You can install an ExpressCard in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card. ExpressCards are generally marked with a symbol such as a triangle or an arrow or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot.
The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with the card. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again.
The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the ExpressCard. NOTICE: Use the ExpressCard configuration utility click the icon in the taskbar to select a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer. If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data.
Press the latch and remove the card or blank. For some latches, you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to pop the card out.
Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration. Log In Sign Up. Forgot password? Enter your email address and check your inbox. Please check your email for further instructions. Enter a new password. Inspiron Dell Inspiron User Manual Download for 1. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see "Glossary" on page Model PP23LA. Contents Finding Information. What Are You Looking For?
Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical- reference material for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.
Finding Information The operating system is already installed on your computer. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer. For more information, see "Restoring Your Operating System" on page After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD see page 80 to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer.
Your operating system product key label is located on your computer. About Your Computer Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.
Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled. Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Left Side View 1 2 3 4 1 air vent 2 security cable slot 3 optical drive bay 4 optical-drive-tray eject button CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
Setting Up Your Computer Switching the Video Image When you start the computer with an external device such as an external monitor or projector attached and turned on, the image may appear on either the computer display or the external device. Setting Display Resolution To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Using the Display Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Highlight the desired icon to switch the display to that option. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. Dell QuickSet is required. Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box. Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display.
Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust its settings. Using a Battery Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning, and then connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
Power Management Modes Standby Mode Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of inactivity a time-out. Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved area on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer.
Charging the Battery When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature.
Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from the computer.
To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is connected to a docking device docked , undock it. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. Using Multimedia Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties.
Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications , multimedia, and security features to your computer.
See "Specifications" on page for information on supported ExpressCards. To remove the blank, see "Removing an ExpressCard or Blank" on page Installing an ExpressCard You can install an ExpressCard in the computer while the computer is running.
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