INSPIRON™ 1427SETUP GUIDE
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop8Press the Power Button
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop9Windows Vista SetupIf you ordered Windows Vista operating system with your computer, it is already configured. To set
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop10Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection in Windows Vista1. Internet Service2. Cable Modem or DSL Modem3. Wireless R
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop11Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows VistaTo set up an Internet connection, perform the steps in the follow
12INSPIRONUsing Your Inspiron LaptopYour Inspiron 1427 has indicators, buttons, andfeatures that provide information at-a-glance andtime-saving shortc
Using Your Inspiron Laptop131. Optical drive: You can input/output data fordifferent purposes, such as burning CDs or playing DVDs. 2. USB connectors:
Using Your Inspiron Laptop14Left Side View12 346578
Using Your Inspiron Laptop151. VGA connector: Connects to a monitor or projector. 2. Network connector (RJ-45): Connects the computer to a Local Area
Using Your Inspiron Laptop16Front view123345689101176
Using Your Inspiron Laptop171. LCD latch: Secures the LCD display panel to the notebook. When opening the notebook, push the LCD latch to the right an
Using Your Inspiron Laptop18Back viewKensington lock: You can attach a commercially available anti-theft device to the computer. NOTE: Before you buy
Using Your Inspiron Laptop19Removing and Replacing the BatteryTo remove the battery:1. Slide the battery lock switch to the right into the unlocked po
Using Your Inspiron Laptop20Software FeaturesProductivity and CommunicationYou can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting card
Using Your Inspiron Laptop21Personalize power settingsYou can use the power management options in the Windows operating system to personalize powerset
22INSPIRONTroubleshootingNetwork ProblemsWireless ConnectionsIf the wireless network connection is lost— You can manage the Wireless LAN using Windows
Troubleshooting23Power ProblemsIf the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into
Troubleshooting24Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message —• Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are not
Troubleshooting25If a program stops responding —End the program:1. Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously. 2. Click Applications. 3
Troubleshooting26If a solid blue screen appears — Turn thecomputer off. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or movi
Troubleshooting27Dell DiagnosticsIf you experience a problem with your computer,perform the checks in “Lockups and SoftwareProblems” on page 24 and ru
INSPIRON™ 1427SETUP GUIDE
28INSPIRONRestoring Your Operating SystemYou can restore your operating system in the following ways:• System Restore can restore your computer to an
Restoring Your Operating System29Starting System Restore1. Click Start. 2. In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>. 3. Cl
Restoring Your Operating System30Dell Factory Image RestoreUse Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system. Th
Restoring Your Operating System318. Click the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the C drive and restoring the system softwar
Restoring Your Operating System32Reinstalling Windows VistaThe reinstallation process can take one to two hours to complete. After you reinstall the o
33INSPIRONGetting HelpIf you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose andtroubleshoot the problem:1.
Getting Help34Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell’s support service is available to answer yourquestions about Dell hardware. Our support staff
Getting Help35Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP):· ftp. dell. comLog in as user:anonymous, and use your e-mail address as your password. Product I
Getting Help36Before You CallRemember to fill out the following DiagnosticsChecklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assi
Getting Help37See your operating system documentation todetermine the contents of the computer’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a pri
Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicate
38INSPIRONFinding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to: See:reinstall your operating system your Operating System mediarun a diagnostic progra
Finding More Information and Resources39If you need to: See:find safety/best practices information for your computerreview Warranty information, Safet
40INSPIRONSpecificationsSystem Model - Dell Inspiron 1427This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers f
Specifications41Computer InformationSystem Chipset Intel PM45Data bus width 64 bitsDRAM bus width single channel 64-bitbusesProcessor address bus 32
Specifications42AudioAudio type 2 channel High DefinitionAudio controller Realtek ALC272-GRStereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital a
Specifications43DisplayType (TrueLife) 14. 1 inch WXGASize: Height 206 mm (8. 1 in. )Width 320 mm (12. 5 in. )Maximum resolution 1280 x 800Refresh rat
Specifications44Camera (optional)Pixel 2. 0 megapixelVideo resolution 320×240~ 1280×1024 (640×480 at 30 fps)Diagonal viewing angle 66°Touch padX/Y po
Specifications45BatteryOperating time Varies depending on operating conditions andcan be significantlyreduced under certainpower-intensive conditions
Specifications46PhysicalHeight 43. 03 mm (1. 7 in. )Width 337. 5 mm (13. 3 in. )Depth 246 mm (9. 7 in. )Weight (with 6-cell battery): Configurable to
Specifications47Computer EnvironmentRelative humidity (maximum):Operating 10% to 90%(non-condensing)Storage 5% to 95%(non-condensing)Maximum vibration
3INSPIRONContentsSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop ... 5Before Setting Up Your Computer ...5Connect the AC Adapter ...
48INSPIRONIndexAAC Adaptersize and weight 45, 46AC adapter port 13airflowallowing 5Ccalling Dell 36chipset 41computersetting up
Index49Mmemory problemssolving 24Microsoft Windows VistaProgram Compatibility wizard 25reinstalling 28setup 9Nnetwork connectionfixing
Index50Vventilationensuring 5WWindowsreinstalling 28wired networkconnecting cable 7wireless network connection 22
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4Getting Help ... 33Technical Support and Customer Service ...34Online Services ...
5INSPIRONSetting Up Your Inspiron LaptopThis section provides information about setting up your Inspiron 1427 laptop and connecting peripherals. Befor
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop6Connect the AC AdapterConnect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. C
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop7Connect the Network Cable (Optional)To establish a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
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