Set up microsoft windows, Connect to the internet (optional) – Dell Alienware M17x R2 (Early 2010) User Manual

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CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP

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If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP

or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.

To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in

“Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 11.

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped

with your router.

Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your

wireless router.

To set up your connection to a wireless router:

1. Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer.
2. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
3. Click

Start

→

Control Panel

→

Network and Sharing Center

→

Connect to a network.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.

Set Up Microsoft Windows

CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing

so may render your computer unusable.

Your computer is preconfigured with the operating system you requested

while ordering your computer. To configure the remaining settings, follow the

instructions on the screen.

NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is recommended that

you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer

available at

support.dell.com.

NOTE: For more information on the operating system and features, see

support.dell.com/MyNewDell.

NOTE: It is recommended that you create a full system backup as soon

as you set up Microsoft Windows. To create a full system backup, see

Connect to the Internet (Optional)

Setting Up a Wired Connection

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If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the

optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack before you set

up your Internet connection.