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Dell™ Inspiron™ Help 
Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of your computer. For information on other documentation included with your computer,
see
"Finding
Information."
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.
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the "Glossary."
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2004 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Dell TravelLite, and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation; the Bluetooth word mark and the Bluetooth logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A., and any use of such marks by Dell Inc. is under
license; ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR requirements for energy efficiency.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any
proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
August 2004    P/N C5517     Rev. A00

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  • Page 1 Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Dell TravelLite, and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; the Bluetooth word mark and the Bluetooth logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A., and any use of such marks by Dell Inc. is under license;...

  • Page 2: Finding Information

    These labels are located on the bottom of your computer.   Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Express Service Code is not available in all countries.
  • Page 3 3.  Click the topic that describes your problem. 4.  Follow the instructions on the screen.  ...

  • Page 4: Playing Cds And Movies

    For information on creating CDs, see the Owner's Manual for your Dell computer.   A CD player includes the following basic functions. In addition to accessing these functions through the CD player, you can control some of these functions by pressing buttons on the front of the computer.

  • Page 5: Adjusting The Volume

    Go to the next track.   A DVD player includes the following basic functions. In addition to accessing these functions through the DVD player, you can control some of these functions by pressing buttons on the front of the computer.  ...

  • Page 6: Cleaning Your Computer

    Cleaning Your Computer     Computer, Keyboard, and Display   Touch Pad   Floppy Drive   CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries.

  • Page 7: Personalizing Your Desktop

    You can change the appearance of the Windows desktop, Start menu, and Control Panel so that they look more like previous versions of the Windows operating system. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you set your Dell™ computer to the  Windows classic view. Desktop 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

  • Page 8: Choosing A Screen Saver

    5. Click OK to accept the settings and close the Display Properties window. Choosing a Screen Saver 1. Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Appearance and Themes. 2. Under Pick a task..., click Choose a screen saver. 3.
  • Page 9 NOTE: You can run the Desktop Cleanup Wizard any time by clicking Clean Desktop Now under Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days. 1. Right-click an empty spot on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop. 3.

  • Page 10: Using The Display

      Switching the Video Image   Setting Display Resolution Adjusting Brightness   When the Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing <Fn>  and the up- or down-arrow key on the keyboard. 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 11: Working With Files

    Backing Up Files NOTE: In case of warranty replacement of your hard drive, you will receive a blank, formatted drive from Dell. You will need to reinstall programs and restore data files to the new drive.  ...

  • Page 12: Moving Files

    4. Locate and open the folder into which you want to copy the file. 5. Click the Edit menu and click Paste. Moving Files NOTICE: Do not move any files that are part of an installed program. Doing so may make the program unusable.  ...

  • Page 13: Emptying The Recycle Bin

    2. Click the file you want to retrieve, click the File menu, and then click Restore. The file disappears from the Recycle Bin and is moved to its previous location. Emptying the Recycle Bin   Deleted files remain in the Recycle Bin and occupy space on the hard drive until you empty them from the Recycle Bin. NOTICE: Files deleted from a floppy disk or from a network are erased permanently.
  • Page 14 Glossary                                                   Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. AC —...
  • Page 15 — A connector on the system board (in some computers) where you insert an expansion card, connecting it to the system bus. Express Service Code — A numeric code located on a sticker on your Dell™ computer. Use the Express Service Code when contacting Dell for assistance.  Express Service Code service may not be available in some countries.
  • Page 16 — A device that allows your computer to communicate with other computers over analog telephone lines. Three types of modems include: external, PC Card, and internal. You typically use your modem to connect to the Internet and exchange e-mail. module bay — A bay that supports devices such as optical drives, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module. monitor — The high-resolution TV-like device that displays computer output.
  • Page 17 — An I/O port often used to connect devices such as a handheld digital device or digital camera to your computer. Service Tag — A bar code label on your computer that identifies your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer service or technical support.
  • Page 18 shutdown — The process of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer. You can lose data if you turn off your computer before completing a shutdown. smart card — A card that is embedded with a processor and a memory chip. Smart cards can be used to authenticate a user on computers equipped for smart cards.
  • Page 19 XGA — extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1024 x 768. ZIF — zero insertion force — A type of socket or connector that allows a computer chip to be installed or removed with no stress applied to either the chip or its socket.

  • Page 20: A Program Stops Responding

    If Your Computer Stops Responding     Your Computer Stops Responding   A Program Stops Responding Your Computer Stops Responding   If your computer does not respond to keyboard, mouse, or touch pad commands: 1. Press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. 2.

  • Page 21: Power Management Tips

    Power Management     Power Management Tips   Power Management Modes   Power Options Properties Power Management Tips NOTE: See "Using a Battery" in the Owner's Manual for your computer for more information on conserving battery power.   Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible because battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is charged.  ...

  • Page 22: Power Options Properties

    Depending on how you set the power management options on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window, use one of the following methods to enter hibernate mode: Press the power button. ¡ Close the display. ¡ Press <Fn><Esc>. ¡...

  • Page 23: Hibernate Tab

    Hibernate Tab   The Hibernate tab lets you enable hibernate mode by clicking the Enable hibernate support check box.  ...

  • Page 24: Working With Programs

    Working With Programs     Running a Program   Adding Software   Removing Software Running a Program 1. Click the Start button. 2. If the program is not listed in the Start menu, point to All Programs and point to a category. 3. Click the program you want to run.  ...
  • Page 25 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the uninstall process.   Some programs cannot be uninstalled from this window. For instructions on how to remove programs not listed, see the documentation that came with the software.  ...

  • Page 26: Traveling With Your Computer

    Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case. Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell.  ...

  • Page 27: Traveling By Air

      The Dell customer service representative will log your report under the computer Service Tag and flag the computer as missing or stolen. If someone calls Dell for technical assistance and gives your Service Tag, the computer is identified automatically as missing or stolen. The representative will attempt to get the phone number and address of the caller.

  • Page 28: Turning Your Computer On And Off

    Turning Your Computer On and Off     Turning On Your Computer   Turning Off Your Computer   Logging Off   User Accounts and Fast User Switching Turning On Your Computer   Press the power button (labeled ) to turn the computer on. Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you shut down your operating system and turn off your computer.

  • Page 29: Fast User Switching

    After the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is installed, the administrator or a user with administrator rights can create additional user accounts. 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. In the Control Panel window, click User Accounts. 3. Under Pick a task, click Create a new account. 4.

  • Page 30: Using Microsoft® Windows® Xp

    Using Microsoft® Windows® XP     Help and Support Center   Notification Area   Microsoft Windows Desktop   Recycle Bin   Start Button   Control Panel   Taskbar   My Computer Help and Support Center NOTE: The Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition and Windows XP Professional operating systems have different features and appearances. Also, options available in Windows XP Professional vary depending on whether your computer is connected to a domain.

  • Page 31: Start Button

      Start button taskbar notification area Recycle Bin NOTE: You can personalize your desktop by creating and arranging shortcuts. Your desktop may include different or additional shortcuts, depending on your computer and software features. Start Button   The Start button provides access to the contents of your computer. When you click the Start button, a menu displays that shows the main program icons. The left side of the Start menu can change, reflecting the programs that you use most frequently.

  • Page 32: Notification Area

      Help and Support opens the Help and Support Center window.   Search helps you locate files and folders on your computer or network.   Run displays a window to start a program or open a file with a command.  ...
  • Page 33   The Control Panel contains tools for changing how the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system looks and works. To access the Control Panel: 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. Click one of the categories under Pick a category. For example, if you want to change your screen saver, click Appearance and Themes.

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