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... System 41 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 42 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 43 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 44 4 Removing and Installing Parts Front and Back View of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 77 Contents 5 Only 76 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 76 Definition of the Computer 45 Front... the Computer Cover 68 5 Appendix Specifications 69 Standard Settings 72 Viewing Settings 73 System Setup Program Screens 74 Boot Sequence 74 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 75 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
... System 41 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 42 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 43 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 44 4 Removing and Installing Parts Front and Back View of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 77 Contents 5 Only 76 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 76 Definition of the Computer 45 Front... the Computer Cover 68 5 Appendix Specifications 69 Standard Settings 72 Viewing Settings 73 System Setup Program Screens 74 Boot Sequence 74 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 75 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
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...some cases, you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Solving Problems 23 Contact Dell (see page 78) or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Windows XP 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and... Other Hardware. If so, run the program that you want to restore computer resources. THE DEVICE IS NOT READY - Contact Dell (see page 78). NON-SYSTEM DISK ERROR - OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND - IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH...
...some cases, you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Solving Problems 23 Contact Dell (see page 78) or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Windows XP 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and... Other Hardware. If so, run the program that you want to restore computer resources. THE DEVICE IS NOT READY - Contact Dell (see page 78). NON-SYSTEM DISK ERROR - OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND - IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH...
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... new driver was in the following ways: • Microsoft Windows XP System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state that existed before you may need to...Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the device icon. Advanced Troubleshooting 41 If an exclamation point is next to the device name, you ...
... new driver was in the following ways: • Microsoft Windows XP System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state that existed before you may need to...Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the device icon. Advanced Troubleshooting 41 If an exclamation point is next to the device name, you ...
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...All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you set your Dell™ computer to see page 10. NOTICE: Make regular backups of ...other system settings have left the computer in boldface type. 4 Select a restore point and click Next. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to the Windows Classic view. To access help, see ...
...All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you set your Dell™ computer to see page 10. NOTICE: Make regular backups of ...other system settings have left the computer in boldface type. 4 Select a restore point and click Next. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to the Windows Classic view. To access help, see ...
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... operating state, the screens that appears, click Restore. 4 On the next screen, click Confirm. Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot. 6 When prompted, click Yes. The computer restarts. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the End User License Agreement..., are permanently deleted from the hard drive. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any applications or ...
... operating state, the screens that appears, click Restore. 4 On the next screen, click Confirm. Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot. 6 When prompted, click Yes. The computer restarts. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the End User License Agreement..., are permanently deleted from the hard drive. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any applications or ...
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... Hardware Troubleshooter in the Properties window reports the cards or devices that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with the other devices. To see if System Restore is enabled: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance...
... Hardware Troubleshooter in the Properties window reports the cards or devices that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with the other devices. To see if System Restore is enabled: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance...
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...CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product ... from the computer. 4 Disconnect your computer and all the screens in the system setup program (see page 74) so that you can restore the correct settings when your computer, turn off now. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 1 Record all attached devices from...
...CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product ... from the computer. 4 Disconnect your computer and all the screens in the system setup program (see page 74) so that you can restore the correct settings when your computer, turn off now. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 1 Record all attached devices from...
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... on the computer. 4 Slide the cover towards the front of the computer until it fits completely into place. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 11 Access the system setup program (see page 74) and restore the settings you recorded in step 1. 12 Properly dispose of the way. 2 Ensure that no tools or extra...
... on the computer. 4 Slide the cover towards the front of the computer until it fits completely into place. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 11 Access the system setup program (see page 74) and restore the settings you recorded in step 1. 12 Properly dispose of the way. 2 Ensure that no tools or extra...
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... off now. NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you shut down the computer through the list of devices. 4 Press the spacebar to restore it from the network wall jack. 3 Disconnect any of the computer. If you forget your supervisor or setup password, you cannot operate your computer or...
... off now. NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you shut down the computer through the list of devices. 4 Press the spacebar to restore it from the network wall jack. 3 Disconnect any of the computer. If you forget your supervisor or setup password, you cannot operate your computer or...
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...Connect your computer and devices to the terms and conditions of the computer's service contract. Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals Dell-installed software includes the operating system and some of the computer and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components ...services are prompted to press to this technician-assisted technical support, online technical support is provided by the standard Dell limited warranty for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as the verification of ...
...Connect your computer and devices to the terms and conditions of the computer's service contract. Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals Dell-installed software includes the operating system and some of the computer and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components ...services are prompted to press to this technician-assisted technical support, online technical support is provided by the standard Dell limited warranty for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as the verification of ...
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...drive adding, 59 problems, 20 CD-RW drive problems, 20 CDs, 16 Check Disk, 21 computer back view, 47 crashes, 24-25 front view, 45 restore to previous state, 41-42 stops responding, 24 computer cover removing, 49 replacing, 68 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities, 44 copying CDs general information..., 16 helpful tips, 17 how to, 16 copying DVDs general information, 16 helpful tips, 17 how to, 16 D Dell contacting, 78 Dell support policy, 76 Dell Support Site, 10 diagnostic lights, 35 diagnostics lights, 35 display.
...drive adding, 59 problems, 20 CD-RW drive problems, 20 CDs, 16 Check Disk, 21 computer back view, 47 crashes, 24-25 front view, 45 restore to previous state, 41-42 stops responding, 24 computer cover removing, 49 replacing, 68 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities, 44 copying CDs general information..., 16 helpful tips, 17 how to, 16 copying DVDs general information, 16 helpful tips, 17 how to, 16 D Dell contacting, 78 Dell support policy, 76 Dell Support Site, 10 diagnostic lights, 35 diagnostics lights, 35 display.
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...P password clearing system setup, 75 power problems, 28 turning off your computer, 18 software Hyper-Threading, 17 problems, 25-26 support contacting Dell, 78 System Restore, 41-42 system setup program, 72 T Troubleshooting Help and Support Center, 10 troubleshooting conflicts, 44 diagnostic lights, 35 98 Index 98 Index... blank, 33 power, 28 power light conditions, 28 printer, 29 program crashes, 25 program stops responding, 25 programs and Windows compatibility, 25 restore to previous state, 41-42 scanner, 30 screen hard to read , 33 monitor is blank, 33 software, 25-26 video and monitor, ...
...P password clearing system setup, 75 power problems, 28 turning off your computer, 18 software Hyper-Threading, 17 problems, 25-26 support contacting Dell, 78 System Restore, 41-42 system setup program, 72 T Troubleshooting Help and Support Center, 10 troubleshooting conflicts, 44 diagnostic lights, 35 98 Index 98 Index... blank, 33 power, 28 power light conditions, 28 printer, 29 program crashes, 25 program stops responding, 25 programs and Windows compatibility, 25 restore to previous state, 41-42 scanner, 30 screen hard to read , 33 monitor is blank, 33 software, 25-26 video and monitor, ...
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Troubleshooting (continued) Hardware Troubleshooter, 44 restore to previous state, 41-42 turning off your computer, 18 U USB devices, booting to, 18 V video problems, 33 voltage selection switch, 48 volume adjusting, 31 W Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 41 Hardware Troubleshooter, 44 Help and Support Center, 10 help, accessing, 10 Hyper-Threading, 17 Program Compatibility Wizard, 25 reinstalling, 42 scanner, 30 System Restore, 41-42 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 25 Index 99
Troubleshooting (continued) Hardware Troubleshooter, 44 restore to previous state, 41-42 turning off your computer, 18 U USB devices, booting to, 18 V video problems, 33 voltage selection switch, 48 volume adjusting, 31 W Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 41 Hardware Troubleshooter, 44 Help and Support Center, 10 help, accessing, 10 Hyper-Threading, 17 Program Compatibility Wizard, 25 reinstalling, 42 scanner, 30 System Restore, 41-42 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 25 Index 99