5This section provides information about settingup your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop.Before Setting Up YourComputerWhen positioning your computer, ensure thatyou allow easy access to a power source,adequate ventilation, and a level surface toplace your computer.Restricting airflow around your Inspironlaptop may cause it to overheat. To preventoverheating ensure that you leave at least10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computerand a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all othersides. You should never place your computer inan enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawerwhen it is powered on.WARNING: Do not block, push objectsinto, or allow dust to accumulate inthe air vents. Do not place your Dell™computer in a low-airflow environment,such as a closed briefcase, or on fabricsurfaces, such as carpets or rugs, whileit is powered on. Restricting the airflowcan damage the computer, deteriorate thecomputer performance, or cause a fire.The computer turns on the fan when thecomputer gets hot. Fan noise is normal anddoes not indicate a problem with the fan orthe computer.CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy orsharp objects on the computer may resultin permanent damage to the computer.Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopINSPIRON