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Touchscreen Gestures 30 Zoom 30 Dwell 31 Flick 31 Scroll 31 Rotate 32 Keyboard 33 Backlit Keyboard 34 Keyboard Connection Types 35 Locating the Service Tag and Express-Service Code 36 Locating the Label on Your Computer 36 Using Dell's Online System Profiler 36 Storage 36 About Storage Devices 36 Internal Storage Devices 37 Hard Drives 37 Solid-State Drives 37 Removable Storage Devices 37 Optical Discs 38 Memory Cards 38 Memory Module 39 System Board 40 Processor 42 Computer Fan 43 Heat Sink 43 Thermal Grease 44 4 Contents
Touchscreen Gestures 30 Zoom 30 Dwell 31 Flick 31 Scroll 31 Rotate 32 Keyboard 33 Backlit Keyboard 34 Keyboard Connection Types 35 Locating the Service Tag and Express-Service Code 36 Locating the Label on Your Computer 36 Using Dell's Online System Profiler 36 Storage 36 About Storage Devices 36 Internal Storage Devices 37 Hard Drives 37 Solid-State Drives 37 Removable Storage Devices 37 Optical Discs 38 Memory Cards 38 Memory Module 39 System Board 40 Processor 42 Computer Fan 43 Heat Sink 43 Thermal Grease 44 4 Contents
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... Code is powered on the screen. Most of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on your computer. Storage About Storage Devices Storage devices allow you to store data for later use Dell's online System Profiler to scan for the Service Tag follow the ...instructions on and you have access to support.dell.com. -- Click System Configuration. -- ...
... Code is powered on the screen. Most of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on your computer. Storage About Storage Devices Storage devices allow you to store data for later use Dell's online System Profiler to scan for the Service Tag follow the ...instructions on and you have access to support.dell.com. -- Click System Configuration. -- ...
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.... SSDs use the same interface to connect to the computer as data is stored in electrical circuits. Internal storage devices include hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). Commonly used removable storage devices include: • Optical discs • Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage ... heads that uses solid-state (flash) memory to physical shock, are quieter, and have lower access time and latency. Hard Drives An HDD contains magnetically coated platters that rotate on internal storage devices is generally stored till you cannot remove such devices when...
.... SSDs use the same interface to connect to the computer as data is stored in electrical circuits. Internal storage devices include hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). Commonly used removable storage devices include: • Optical discs • Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage ... heads that uses solid-state (flash) memory to physical shock, are quieter, and have lower access time and latency. Hard Drives An HDD contains magnetically coated platters that rotate on internal storage devices is generally stored till you cannot remove such devices when...
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... computers or servers. A processor designed for mobile devices consumes less power compared to cool: • Computer chassis • Processor • Graphics card • Chipset • Hard drive and so on . Keeping the components cool helps in protecting them to increase airflow and are used to cool components that have a fan mounted above...
... computers or servers. A processor designed for mobile devices consumes less power compared to cool: • Computer chassis • Processor • Graphics card • Chipset • Hard drive and so on . Keeping the components cool helps in protecting them to increase airflow and are used to cool components that have a fan mounted above...
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eSATA Connector eSATA is a bus technology designed to connect external mass storage devices, such as hard drives and optical drives, to the S/PDIF input on . 94 eSATA Connector This connection allows you can transfer video or still images without losing quality. Set up by ...
eSATA Connector eSATA is a bus technology designed to connect external mass storage devices, such as hard drives and optical drives, to the S/PDIF input on . 94 eSATA Connector This connection allows you can transfer video or still images without losing quality. Set up by ...
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..., and so on the day they occurred. -- Create a Dell Factory Image Restore on your hard drive using a visual representation of file. • Performance and Configuration History - View detailed information about My Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools,... see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your service contracts, warranty ...
..., and so on the day they occurred. -- Create a Dell Factory Image Restore on your hard drive using a visual representation of file. • Performance and Configuration History - View detailed information about My Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools,... see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your service contracts, warranty ...
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...files on a newly installed hard drive Dell Backup and Recovery Dell Backup and Recovery - About Restoring Your Operating System - Dell Backup and Recovery has two versions: • Dell Backup and Recovery Basic • Dell Backup and Recovery Professional Dell Backup and Recovery Features ... About Restoring Your Operating System - Windows 8 You can restore the operating system on your computer using Dell Backup and Recovery. Windows 8 CAUTION: Using Dell Backup and Recovery permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you backup your computer. Windows 8 ...
...files on a newly installed hard drive Dell Backup and Recovery Dell Backup and Recovery - About Restoring Your Operating System - Dell Backup and Recovery has two versions: • Dell Backup and Recovery Basic • Dell Backup and Recovery Professional Dell Backup and Recovery Features ... About Restoring Your Operating System - Windows 8 You can restore the operating system on your computer using Dell Backup and Recovery. Windows 8 CAUTION: Using Dell Backup and Recovery permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you backup your computer. Windows 8 ...
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... to wait until you to return your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and power on your computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on the computer. 2. When the boot device list appears, highlight the boot device inserted and press . 4. System... Recovery Media System Recovery Media - When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Windows 8 To restore your computer and try again. 3. Follow the instructions on your hard drive to the operating state it was in case of: • Operating system failure that...
... to wait until you to return your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and power on your computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on the computer. 2. When the boot device list appears, highlight the boot device inserted and press . 4. System... Recovery Media System Recovery Media - When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Windows 8 To restore your computer and try again. 3. Follow the instructions on your hard drive to the operating state it was in case of: • Operating system failure that...
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You use of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer to reinstall only the operating system on your computer... System 127 System Restore helps you install a software or device driver, your data files before using one of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer's system files to support the new software or device...
You use of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer to reinstall only the operating system on your computer... System 127 System Restore helps you install a software or device driver, your data files before using one of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer's system files to support the new software or device...
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... system recovery media in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, allows you to return your hard drive to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the operating state... Using System Recovery Media To restore your computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on your computer and try again. 3. then, shut down your computer. Press any key to complete the recovery process. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to...
... system recovery media in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, allows you to return your hard drive to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the operating state... Using System Recovery Media To restore your computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on your computer and try again. 3. then, shut down your computer. Press any key to complete the recovery process. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to...
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...your computer and try again. 3. This option restores your hard drive to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears....access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. Dell Factory Image Restore About Dell Factory Image Restore NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received...
...your computer and try again. 3. This option restores your hard drive to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears....access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. Dell Factory Image Restore About Dell Factory Image Restore NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received...
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...is complete, click Finish to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection software, and other software. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to the factory condition, then click...the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. Select the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to complete. 9. 8. The installation process may take some time to install or reinstall the operating system on the...
...is complete, click Finish to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection software, and other software. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to the factory condition, then click...the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. Select the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to complete. 9. 8. The installation process may take some time to install or reinstall the operating system on the...
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... Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. Once invoked, the PSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on your screen: "Do you want to continue? (Recommended)." Invoking PSA 1. NOTE: If you wait too long and the...continue." 5. Press any questions that failed, press . -- Power-on the screen. -- When you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. If you are experiencing memory issue, otherwise press to run the remaining memory tests? Press to reboot your computer and try...
... Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. Once invoked, the PSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on your screen: "Do you want to continue? (Recommended)." Invoking PSA 1. NOTE: If you wait too long and the...continue." 5. Press any questions that failed, press . -- Power-on the screen. -- When you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. If you are experiencing memory issue, otherwise press to run the remaining memory tests? Press to reboot your computer and try...
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To the left of the tests. The status area has four tabs: • Configuration - When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Selecting the Thorough Test Mode check-box maximizes the intensity and length of ... use the Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on . • Event Log - Appears at the bottom-right of the tests. The Stat column displays the status of the battery, AC adapter...
To the left of the tests. The status area has four tabs: • Configuration - When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Selecting the Thorough Test Mode check-box maximizes the intensity and length of ... use the Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on . • Event Log - Appears at the bottom-right of the tests. The Stat column displays the status of the battery, AC adapter...
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...too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to appear and then press immediately. When the DELL logo is to load and start the operating system. Turn on . The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change system setup configuration, it on (or ...If you press before the prompt appears or after you add, change a user-selectable option such as the video card, keyboard and mouse, hard disk, optical drive, and so on your computer • Set or change , or remove any hardware in system setup unless you are an expert computer ...
...too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to appear and then press immediately. When the DELL logo is to load and start the operating system. Turn on . The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change system setup configuration, it on (or ...If you press before the prompt appears or after you add, change a user-selectable option such as the video card, keyboard and mouse, hard disk, optical drive, and so on your computer • Set or change , or remove any hardware in system setup unless you are an expert computer ...
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... monitor screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in the air vents. • Use Dell Support Center to perform computer checkups, manage drive space, back up and using a soft, dry cloth. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for Desktops CAUTION: Improper or... (from Dell and other software updates to correct software bugs and improve computer security. Special shelves are directly in injury. Computer Maintenance It is recommended that you perform the following ergonomic guidelines when setting up and recover data, and so on your hard drive. Ergonomic ...
... monitor screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in the air vents. • Use Dell Support Center to perform computer checkups, manage drive space, back up and using a soft, dry cloth. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for Desktops CAUTION: Improper or... (from Dell and other software updates to correct software bugs and improve computer security. Special shelves are directly in injury. Computer Maintenance It is recommended that you perform the following ergonomic guidelines when setting up and recover data, and so on your hard drive. Ergonomic ...
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... least amount of power. Hibernation is like pausing a DVD player; You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both computers can use one of the following methods to transfer information, based on your hard disk, and then turns off . The system setup and the operating system allow you reduce... and won 't use your computer configuration. • Easy Transfer Cable - Transfer Methods You can access the same network folders or location. • USB flash drive or external hard drive - Of all the power-saving states in Microsoft Windows are: • Sleep -
... least amount of power. Hibernation is like pausing a DVD player; You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both computers can use one of the following methods to transfer information, based on your hard disk, and then turns off . The system setup and the operating system allow you reduce... and won 't use your computer configuration. • Easy Transfer Cable - Transfer Methods You can access the same network folders or location. • USB flash drive or external hard drive - Of all the power-saving states in Microsoft Windows are: • Sleep -
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... Cover 17 Removing the Base Cover 17 Replacing the Base Cover 18 7 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20 8 Hard Drive 21 Removing the Hard Drive 21 Replacing the Hard Drive 23 9 Optical Drive 25 Removing the Optical Drive 25 Replacing the Optical...
... Cover 17 Removing the Base Cover 17 Replacing the Base Cover 18 7 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20 8 Hard Drive 21 Removing the Hard Drive 21 Replacing the Hard Drive 23 9 Optical Drive 25 Removing the Optical Drive 25 Replacing the Optical...
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...page 7. CAUTION: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Removing the Hard Drive Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 8 Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Sleep state. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Hard Drive | 21 CAUTION: ...To avoid data loss, do not remove the hard drive while the computer is On or in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 ...
...page 7. CAUTION: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Removing the Hard Drive Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 8 Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Sleep state. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Hard Drive | 21 CAUTION: ...To avoid data loss, do not remove the hard drive while the computer is On or in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 ...
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Procedure 1 Remove the screws that secure the hard-drive assembly to the computer base. 2 Using the pull-tab, slide the hard-drive assembly toward the back of the computer to disconnect the hard-drive assembly from the connector on the system board. 3 Lift the hard-drive assembly out of the computer base. 1 2 3 1 pull-tab 3 hard-drive assembly 2 screws (4) 22 | Hard Drive
Procedure 1 Remove the screws that secure the hard-drive assembly to the computer base. 2 Using the pull-tab, slide the hard-drive assembly toward the back of the computer to disconnect the hard-drive assembly from the connector on the system board. 3 Lift the hard-drive assembly out of the computer base. 1 2 3 1 pull-tab 3 hard-drive assembly 2 screws (4) 22 | Hard Drive