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... the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back... Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
... the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back... Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
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... Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service...
... Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service...
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... when you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you...
... when you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you...
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.... 5. NOTE: It is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that you ...soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Follow the instructions on page 71. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system...
.... 5. NOTE: It is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that you ...soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Follow the instructions on page 71. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system...
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... the service on your desktop. 2. For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like...
... the service on your desktop. 2. For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like...
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... your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 63 Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. System Performance Improvement Offers - This software is available on the screen to DownloadStore.dell.com/media. 2. Reinstall the software or create a backup media for reinstallation or create your new...
... your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 63 Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. System Performance Improvement Offers - This software is available on the screen to DownloadStore.dell.com/media. 2. Reinstall the software or create a backup media for reinstallation or create your new...
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...backup your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. 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 ...
...backup your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. 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 ...
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Turn off your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to the operating state it was in all the devices (...NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Turn on your computer, while preserving the data files. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased your computer. 4. Disconnect all regions. Select Repair Your Computer. 69 ...
Turn off your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to the operating state it was in all the devices (...NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Turn on your computer, while preserving the data files. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased your computer. 4. Disconnect all regions. Select Repair Your Computer. 69 ...
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... information, see knowledge base article 353560 at the time of your computer based on your computer, if you to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 70 Click UPGRADE NOW! 3. Restoring Your Operating System 6. NOTE...
... information, see knowledge base article 353560 at the time of your computer based on your computer, if you to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 70 Click UPGRADE NOW! 3. Restoring Your Operating System 6. NOTE...
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...you backup your computer. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that prevents data... . 4. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Use the system recovery media in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to wait until you see ...
...you backup your computer. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that prevents data... . 4. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Use the system recovery media in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to wait until you see ...
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...-installed applications have been restored to complete. Select the check box to confirm that you want to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. 3. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User... name field, then click OK. 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Click...
...-installed applications have been restored to complete. Select the check box to confirm that you want to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. 3. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User... name field, then click OK. 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Click...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to contact technical support the bottom of your computer may void your warranty. find your computer. You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to : See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery... Media" on page 71 run a diagnostic program for your computer the Dell Support Center. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside ...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to contact technical support the bottom of your computer may void your warranty. find your computer. You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to : See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery... Media" on page 71 run a diagnostic program for your computer the Dell Support Center. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside ...
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 31 C calling Dell 80 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 82 customer service 75 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 69 Professional 70 DellConnect 75 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Dell Support Center 62 Dell Support Web Sites 76 Diagnostic Checklist 81 drivers and downloads 85 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 76 eSATA connector 25 95 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 31 C calling Dell 80 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 82 customer service 75 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 69 Professional 70 DellConnect 75 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Dell Support Center 62 Dell Support Web Sites 76 Diagnostic Checklist 81 drivers and downloads 85 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 76 eSATA connector 25 95 INSPIRON
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problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 77 R resources, finding more 84 restoring factory image 72 S Service Tag locating 80 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 78 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 59 solving problems 56 specifications 86 support e-mail addresses 76 support sites worldwide 76 System Recovery Media 71 system reinstall options 66 System Restore 67 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 42 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 78 Windows Index 97
problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 77 R resources, finding more 84 restoring factory image 72 S Service Tag locating 80 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 78 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 59 solving problems 56 specifications 86 support e-mail addresses 76 support sites worldwide 76 System Recovery Media 71 system reinstall options 66 System Restore 67 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 42 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 78 Windows Index 97