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... Utility 42 5 Reinstalling Software 45 Drivers 45 Identifying Drivers 45 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 46 Restoring Your Operating System 48 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 48 Using Dell™ Factory Image Restore 50 Using the Operating System Media 51 6 Finding Information 53 7 Getting Help 55 Obtaining Assistance 55 Technical Support and Customer Service...
... Utility 42 5 Reinstalling Software 45 Drivers 45 Identifying Drivers 45 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 46 Restoring Your Operating System 48 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 48 Using Dell™ Factory Image Restore 50 Using the Operating System Media 51 6 Finding Information 53 7 Getting Help 55 Obtaining Assistance 55 Technical Support and Customer Service...
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... from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin . NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is known to follow the safety instructions that you print these procedures before you want to test displays in the system setup ...
... from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin . NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is known to follow the safety instructions that you print these procedures before you want to test displays in the system setup ...
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... try again. Select Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version that you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 4 Press any key to wait until you see a message stating that appears and press . 5 Type 1 ...menu that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run , and follow the instructions on the screen. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your hard drive, and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: If ...
... try again. Select Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version that you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 4 Press any key to wait until you see a message stating that appears and press . 5 Type 1 ...menu that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run , and follow the instructions on the screen. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your hard drive, and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: If ...
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...health scans of software and hardware updates for information. • Ensure that the program is checked. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for your computing... environment. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY • Use a virus-scanning program to support.dell.com and download the software. 42 Troubleshooting icon on the taskbar option is installed and configured properly. • Verify that your...
...health scans of software and hardware updates for information. • Ensure that the program is checked. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for your computing... environment. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY • Use a virus-scanning program to support.dell.com and download the software. 42 Troubleshooting icon on the taskbar option is installed and configured properly. • Verify that your...
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...are an administrator on page 46). If an exclamation point is the source of your administrator to see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer, click Continue; Scroll down the list to continue. otherwise, contact your problem and, if necessary,... update the driver. Reinstalling Software Drivers Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on the device icon. ...
...are an administrator on page 46). If an exclamation point is the source of your administrator to see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer, click Continue; Scroll down the list to continue. otherwise, contact your problem and, if necessary,... update the driver. Reinstalling Software Drivers Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on the device icon. ...
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... might not work correctly. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3 Click the Drivers tab→Roll Back Driver. If this is your first time to a Previous Device Driver Version Windows Vista: 1 Click the...
... might not work correctly. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3 Click the Drivers tab→Roll Back Driver. If this is your first time to a Previous Device Driver Version Windows Vista: 1 Click the...
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...the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to enter the Device Manager. The drivers that you see the documentation that came with the device. 2 When the Drivers and Utilities media installation program starts, follow ...If those drivers are not displayed, exit the Drivers and Utilities program. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for the new hardware might not be displayed. For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System ...
...the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to enter the Device Manager. The drivers that you see the documentation that came with the device. 2 When the Drivers and Utilities media installation program starts, follow ...If those drivers are not displayed, exit the Drivers and Utilities program. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for the new hardware might not be displayed. For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System ...
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...you can restore your operating system in the following ways: • Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your operating system problem. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files) if ...Any changes that allows you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 5 Click the Driver tab→Update Driver→Browse my computer for driver software. 6 Click Browse and browse to...
...you can restore your operating system in the following ways: • Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your operating system problem. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files) if ...Any changes that allows you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 5 Click the Driver tab→Update Driver→Browse my computer for driver software. 6 Click Browse and browse to...
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... Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only) 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. If possible, back up all data on the computer.... added since you received your computer. 3 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. If you purchased the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your hard drive to restore your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted...
... Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only) 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. If possible, back up all data on the computer.... added since you received your computer. 3 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. If you purchased the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your hard drive to restore your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted...
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... state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The restore process begins and may need the Dell™ Operating System media and the Dell Drivers and Utilities media. Reinstalling Software 51 To access the command prompt, type administrator ... drive is the first drive detected by the computer. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Microsoft Windows System Restore to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 6 On the Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen, click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion...
... state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The restore process begins and may need the Dell™ Operating System media and the Dell Drivers and Utilities media. Reinstalling Software 51 To access the command prompt, type administrator ... drive is the first drive detected by the computer. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Microsoft Windows System Restore to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 6 On the Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen, click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion...
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...and close any open files and exit any key to Boot from which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with your computer and try again. then, shut down your computer. NOTE: If ...you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the installation. 52 Reinstalling Software Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: The next ...
...and close any open files and exit any key to Boot from which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with your computer and try again. then, shut down your computer. NOTE: If ...you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the installation. 52 Reinstalling Software Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: The next ...
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... Service Tag/Express Service Code The Service Tag/Express Service Code is located on your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Notebook System Software (NSS) • Readme files NOTE: Readme files may be available... certain countries. Drivers and Utilities Media • A diagnostic program for technicians or experienced users. Operating System Media Reinstall your operating system The Operating System media is a CD or DVD that may have shipped with your computer. Finding Information 53 Additional information may...
... Service Tag/Express Service Code The Service Tag/Express Service Code is located on your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Notebook System Software (NSS) • Readme files NOTE: Readme files may be available... certain countries. Drivers and Utilities Media • A diagnostic program for technicians or experienced users. Operating System Media Reinstall your operating system The Operating System media is a CD or DVD that may have shipped with your computer. Finding Information 53 Additional information may...
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..., 37 starting from your hard drive, 36 Dell Factory Image Restore, 51 Dell Technology Guide, 54 DellConnect, 56 diagnostics beep codes, 27 Dell, 36 documentation, 53 Dell Technology Guide, 54 Service Manual, 54 drivers Drivers and Utilities media, 53 identifying, 45 reinstalling, 46 returning to a previous version, 46 Drivers and Utilities media, 46, 53 Dell Diagnostics, 36 E ergonomics information, 54 error...
..., 37 starting from your hard drive, 36 Dell Factory Image Restore, 51 Dell Technology Guide, 54 DellConnect, 56 diagnostics beep codes, 27 Dell, 36 documentation, 53 Dell Technology Guide, 54 Service Manual, 54 drivers Drivers and Utilities media, 53 identifying, 45 reinstalling, 46 returning to a previous version, 46 Drivers and Utilities media, 46, 53 Dell Diagnostics, 36 E ergonomics information, 54 error...
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..., 27 I Internet connecting, 13 setting up, 14 wireless switch Network Locator, 10 M media Drivers and Utilities, 53 operating system, 53 memory troubleshooting, 39 N networks wireless switch, 10 Notebook System Software, 53 64 Index O operating system media, 51, 53 product key, 54 reinstalling, 53 System Restore, 48 P phone numbers, 61 power button, 12 power light conditions, 38...
..., 27 I Internet connecting, 13 setting up, 14 wireless switch Network Locator, 10 M media Drivers and Utilities, 53 operating system, 53 memory troubleshooting, 39 N networks wireless switch, 10 Notebook System Software, 53 64 Index O operating system media, 51, 53 product key, 54 reinstalling, 53 System Restore, 48 P phone numbers, 61 power button, 12 power light conditions, 38...
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...enabling, 50 T telephone numbers, 61 transferring information to a new computer, 15 troubleshooting, 54 blue screen, 41 computer not responding, 40 Dell Diagnostics, 36 error messages, 29 memory, 39 power, 38 power light conditions, 38 program crashes, 40 programs and Windows compatibility, 41 ...tips, 38 U updates software and hardware, 42 W warranty information, 54 Windows License label, 54 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 50-51 Program Compatibility wizard, 41 reinstalling, 53 System Restore, 48 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 46 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 15 Index 65
...enabling, 50 T telephone numbers, 61 transferring information to a new computer, 15 troubleshooting, 54 blue screen, 41 computer not responding, 40 Dell Diagnostics, 36 error messages, 29 memory, 39 power, 38 power light conditions, 38 program crashes, 40 programs and Windows compatibility, 41 ...tips, 38 U updates software and hardware, 42 W warranty information, 54 Windows License label, 54 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 50-51 Program Compatibility wizard, 41 reinstalling, 53 System Restore, 48 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 46 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 15 Index 65
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Windows XP (continued) reinstalling, 53 returning to a previous device driver version, 46 System Restore, 48 wireless switch, 10 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 15 Program Compatibility wizard, 41 66 Index
Windows XP (continued) reinstalling, 53 returning to a previous device driver version, 46 System Restore, 48 wireless switch, 10 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 15 Program Compatibility wizard, 41 66 Index
Technical Guide
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... data rate connection speed) Power consumption (standby operation) IEEE standards compliance Boot ROM Support Network Transfer Rate Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Operating System Driver support Manageability Management Capabilities Alerting Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Integrated on system board RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps PCI-e V1.1x1 1000 Mbps*: 1470mW 100 Mbps*: 780mW..., PXE ASF 2.0 Modem (Optional) V.92 Data/Fax Controllerless Modem Bus External Connector 100% attached HD Audio RJ-11 *See important information at end of document 53
... data rate connection speed) Power consumption (standby operation) IEEE standards compliance Boot ROM Support Network Transfer Rate Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Operating System Driver support Manageability Management Capabilities Alerting Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Integrated on system board RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps PCI-e V1.1x1 1000 Mbps*: 1470mW 100 Mbps*: 780mW..., PXE ASF 2.0 Modem (Optional) V.92 Data/Fax Controllerless Modem Bus External Connector 100% attached HD Audio RJ-11 *See important information at end of document 53
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... data rate connection speed) Power consumption (standby operation) IEEE standards compliance Boot ROM Support Network Transfer Rate Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Operating System Driver support Manageability Management Capabilities Alerting Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Integrated on system board RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps PCI-e V1.1x1 1000 Mbps*: 924mW 100 Mbps*: 651mW...
... data rate connection speed) Power consumption (standby operation) IEEE standards compliance Boot ROM Support Network Transfer Rate Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Operating System Driver support Manageability Management Capabilities Alerting Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Integrated on system board RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps PCI-e V1.1x1 1000 Mbps*: 924mW 100 Mbps*: 651mW...
Service Manual
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Install the operating system, drivers, and utilities for your computer or on Your Computer. 5. Replace the bottom of the Base Assembly). 4. Follow the procedures in After Working on support.dell.com. Back to Contents Page For more information, see Replacing the E5400 Bottom of the Base Assembly or Replacing the E5500 Bottom of the base assembly (see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide that shipped with your computer, as needed. 3.
Install the operating system, drivers, and utilities for your computer or on Your Computer. 5. Replace the bottom of the Base Assembly). 4. Follow the procedures in After Working on support.dell.com. Back to Contents Page For more information, see Replacing the E5400 Bottom of the Base Assembly or Replacing the E5500 Bottom of the base assembly (see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide that shipped with your computer, as needed. 3.
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...describes the problem, and click Next to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media provided with your computer. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from your Drivers and Utilities media (see the Dell™ Technology Guide on your docking device for assistance.... Ensure that the computer is known to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you can take up to thirty minutes or more information on using the system setup program, see Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media). 3. Type hardware troubleshooter in the ...
...describes the problem, and click Next to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media provided with your computer. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from your Drivers and Utilities media (see the Dell™ Technology Guide on your docking device for assistance.... Ensure that the computer is known to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you can take up to thirty minutes or more information on using the system setup program, see Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media). 3. Type hardware troubleshooter in the ...