INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE

SETUP GUIDE

Notes. Cautions. and Warnings

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 WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

February 2009 P/N K621P Rev. A00

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Contents

Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 ..... 5
Before Setting Up Your Computer ..... 5
Connect the AC Adapter ..... 6
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) ..... 7
Press the Power Button ..... 8
Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup ..... 9
Ubuntu® Setup ..... 9
Enable or Disable Wireless ..... 9
Connect to the Internet (Optional) ..... 10
Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 ..... 14
Right Side Features ..... 14
Left Side Features ..... 16
Computer Base and Keyboard Features ..... 18
Touch Pad Gestures ..... 20

Display Features .....22
Removing and Replacing the Battery .....24
Software Features .....26
Solving Problems .....28
Network Problems .....28
Power Problems .....30
Memory Problems .....31
Lockups and Software Problems .....32
Using Support Tools .....34
Dell Support Center .....34
System Messages .....35
Hardware Troubleshooter .....36
Dell Diagnostics .....37

Contents

Restoring Your Operating System .....40
System Restore .....40
Using Dell™ PC Restore .....42
Operating System Reinstallation .....44
Getting Help .....46
Technical Support and Customer Service .....47
Online Services .....47
Automated Order-Status Service .....48
Product Information .....48
Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit .....49
Before You Call .....50
Contacting Dell .....51
Finding More Information and Resources .....52
Specifications .....54
Index .....62
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Setting Up Your Inspiron $ ^{TM} $ Mini 10

This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 and connecting peripherals.

Before Setting Up Your 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 airflow around your Inspiron

Mini 10 may cause it to overheat. To prevent

overheating ensure that you leave at least

10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer

and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all other

sides. You should never place your computer in

an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer

when it is powered on.

WARNING: Do not block, push objects

into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air

vents. Do not place your Dell™ computer

in a low-airflow environment, such as a

closed briefcase, while it is powered on.

Restricting the airflow can damage the

computer or cause a fire. The computer

turns on the fan when the computer gets

hot. Fan noise is normal and does not

indicate a problem with the fan or the

computer.

CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may result in permanent damage to the computer.

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 to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer.

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Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.

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Press the Power Button

Microsoft $ ^{®} $ Windows $ ^{®} $ XP Setup

If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer, it is already configured. To set up Windows XP 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 take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and setting up an Internet connection.

CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable.

Ubuntu $ ^{®} $ Setup

If you ordered Ubuntu operating system with your computer, it is already configured. See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer for more operating system specific information.

To turn on wireless, with the computer turned on:

Enable or Disable Wireless

1. Press or press the "A" key on the keyboard.

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