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... window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for and attempt recovery of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for users who need a high level of all data...
... window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for and attempt recovery of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for users who need a high level of all data...
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...2 Select Repair Your Computer. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, and then click Next. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to complete. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to factory...drive. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 1 Turn on as a local user. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on the computer. Any programs or files added...
...2 Select Repair Your Computer. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, and then click Next. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to complete. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to factory...drive. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 1 Turn on as a local user. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on the computer. Any programs or files added...
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...Self Help - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your computer. • Assistance From Dell - The Dell Support Center application is not available from the Start menu. Double-Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Double-click the icon to open... for your feedback for contacting Dell. • Feedback - Click to contact Dell about the Dell Support Center. Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Click or right-click the icon to access: • Dell Support Center. • Dell Support Center Alerts. • Dell Support Center User Settings. ...
...Self Help - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your computer. • Assistance From Dell - The Dell Support Center application is not available from the Start menu. Double-Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Double-click the icon to open... for your feedback for contacting Dell. • Feedback - Click to contact Dell about the Dell Support Center. Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Click or right-click the icon to access: • Dell Support Center. • Dell Support Center Alerts. • Dell Support Center User Settings. ...
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... into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer has a modem, connect the modem to remove the ...Do not allow attachments to an analog telephone jack only. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 289 The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the modem (the jack has ...
... into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer has a modem, connect the modem to remove the ...Do not allow attachments to an analog telephone jack only. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 289 The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the modem (the jack has ...
Setup Guide
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... Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Front View Features 24 Computer Base ... Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Dell Extended Battery Life 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell Dock 39 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power ...
... Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Front View Features 24 Computer Base ... Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Dell Extended Battery Life 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell Dock 39 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power ...
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Contents Using Support Tools 48 Dell Support Center 48 My Dell Downloads 49 System Messages 49 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 56 System Restore 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 System Recovery Media 60 Dell Factory Image Restore 61 Getting Help 64 Technical Support and Customer Service 65 DellConnect 65 Online...
Contents Using Support Tools 48 Dell Support Center 48 My Dell Downloads 49 System Messages 49 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 56 System Restore 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 System Recovery Media 60 Dell Factory Image Restore 61 Getting Help 64 Technical Support and Customer Service 65 DellConnect 65 Online...
Setup Guide
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does ...not support rewritable discs. 10 You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does ...not support rewritable discs. 10 You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating ...
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Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 60. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 60. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen. 40 Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password‑protected account. You can ... like theft, fire, or natural disasters. To schedule backups: 1. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar. 2.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen. 40 Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password‑protected account. You can ... like theft, fire, or natural disasters. To schedule backups: 1. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar. 2.
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... access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific...
... access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific...
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INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer ... Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc ...
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer ... Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc ...
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... appears, press several times to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: The restoration process may take an hour or more information...you purchased your computer and try again. 5. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you see the knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com. 59 Turn off your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory ...
... appears, press several times to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: The restoration process may take an hour or more information...you purchased your computer and try again. 5. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you see the knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com. 59 Turn off your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory ...
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...case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media. Click Upgrade Now! 3. You can use of purchase. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on your hard drive to complete the upgrade. Follow...file types • Backup files to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that you to: ...
...case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media. Click Upgrade Now! 3. You can use of purchase. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on your hard drive to complete the upgrade. Follow...file types • Backup files to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that you to: ...
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...long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the recovery process. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on... computers. 61 Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer and try again. 3. then, shut down your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the factory image of your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key...
...long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the recovery process. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on... computers. 61 Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer and try again. 3. then, shut down your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the factory image of your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key...
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... the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 62 The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to restore your computer and try again. 3. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. If possible, back up all data before using...
... the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 62 The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to restore your computer and try again. 3. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. If possible, back up all data before using...
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Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 60 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 60 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...