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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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... Locating the Service Tag and Express-Service Code Storage devices can locate the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the label is: • Portable computers: Bottom of the portable computer • Desktop computer: Back ... data till you manually delete the data. Click Find My Service Tag and follow the steps below: -- Most of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer is located on a label on and you have access to the Internet, you to store data for ...
... Locating the Service Tag and Express-Service Code Storage devices can locate the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the label is: • Portable computers: Bottom of the portable computer • Desktop computer: Back ... data till you manually delete the data. Click Find My Service Tag and follow the steps below: -- Most of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer is located on a label on and you have access to the Internet, you to store data for ...
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... your computer are called removable storage devices. Internal storage devices include hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). Compared to HDDs, SSDs are typically less susceptible to store data. Hard Drives An HDD contains magnetically coated platters that rotate on internal storage devices...storage devices include: • Optical discs • Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage 37 The hard disk drive is stored in electrical circuits. Generally, you manually delete it. A typical HDD design consists of magnetic material, with most existing ...
... your computer are called removable storage devices. Internal storage devices include hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). Compared to HDDs, SSDs are typically less susceptible to store data. Hard Drives An HDD contains magnetically coated platters that rotate on internal storage devices...storage devices include: • Optical discs • Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage 37 The hard disk drive is stored in electrical circuits. Generally, you manually delete it. A typical HDD design consists of magnetic material, with most existing ...
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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 . Computer Fan A computer fan cools the internal components of thermal grease is applied between the processor/graphics card and the heat sink...
... 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 . Computer Fan A computer fan cools the internal components of thermal grease is applied between the processor/graphics card and the heat sink...
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..., can transfer video or still images without losing quality. eSATA Connector eSATA is a bus technology designed to connect external mass storage devices, such as hard drives and optical drives, to set -ups. • Hot pluggable - There are turned on your home theater receiver. You can connect the S/PDIF output from your computer. Provides...
..., can transfer video or still images without losing quality. eSATA Connector eSATA is a bus technology designed to connect external mass storage devices, such as hard drives and optical drives, to set -ups. • Hot pluggable - There are turned on your home theater receiver. You can connect the S/PDIF output from your computer. Provides...
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... service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. -- For more . Featured services include a free PC Health Check to optimize and speed up your hard drive. -- View detailed information about My Dell Support Center and to : -- System Performance Improvement Offers - Get Help - Backup and Recovery - You can also 114 Solution Station Detailed System...
... service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. -- For more . Featured services include a free PC Health Check to optimize and speed up your hard drive. -- View detailed information about My Dell Support Center and to : -- System Performance Improvement Offers - Get Help - Backup and Recovery - You can also 114 Solution Station Detailed System...
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... as the first solution • when operating system failure prevents the use of applications you need to preserve the data files on a newly installed hard drive Dell Backup and Recovery Dell Backup and Recovery - Windows 8 You can restore the operating system on your computer using the Dell Backup and Recovery. About Restoring Your Operating System -
... as the first solution • when operating system failure prevents the use of applications you need to preserve the data files on a newly installed hard drive Dell Backup and Recovery Dell Backup and Recovery - Windows 8 You can restore the operating system on your computer using the Dell Backup and Recovery. About Restoring Your Operating System -
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...the system recovery media: 1. Restoring Your Computer Using System Recovery Media - then, shut down your computer using Dell Backup and Recovery, allows you to return your hard drive to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; If prompted, press any key to complete the recovery process... boot device. 5. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. When the boot device list appears, highlight the boot device inserted and press . 4. NOTE: If you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on your...
...the system recovery media: 1. Restoring Your Computer Using System Recovery Media - then, shut down your computer using Dell Backup and Recovery, allows you to return your hard drive to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; If prompted, press any key to complete the recovery process... boot device. 5. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. When the boot device list appears, highlight the boot device inserted and press . 4. NOTE: If you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on your...
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... not resolve your computer. System restore creates and saves restore points at regular intervals. You use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on . Restoring Your Operating System 127 System Restore... backup your data files before using one 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 ...
... not resolve your computer. System restore creates and saves restore points at regular intervals. You use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on . Restoring Your Operating System 127 System Restore... backup your data files before using one 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 ...
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... screen. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. then, shut down your computer. • Hard drive failure that prevents data from the optical drive. 5. Press any ...key to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to boot from being recovered. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2.
... screen. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. then, shut down your computer. • Hard drive failure that prevents data from the optical drive. 5. Press any ...key to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to boot from being recovered. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2.
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... in when you purchased the computer. Select Repair Your Computer. 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 do not ...screen appears. If possible, back up the data before using this option. This option restores your hard drive to wait until you received your operating system problem. 1. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently ...
... in when you purchased the computer. Select Repair Your Computer. 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 do not ...screen appears. If possible, back up the data before using this option. This option restores your hard drive to wait until you received your operating system problem. 1. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently ...
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... and the operating system logo appears, continue to the factory condition, then click Next. 8. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus...
... and the operating system logo appears, continue to the factory condition, then click Next. 8. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus...
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...computer. Press any questions that failed, press . -- Select Exit to finish PSA testing. Select Diagnostics from the menu and press . 4. When the Dell logo appears, press to the next test, press ; To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; then, shut down your computer. ...receive error code(s) during PSA, note the error code(s) and contact Dell. If you want to diagnose various hardware problems. Once invoked, the PSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on or restart your computer and try again. 3. ...
...computer. Press any questions that failed, press . -- Select Exit to finish PSA testing. Select Diagnostics from the menu and press . 4. When the Dell logo appears, press to the next test, press ; To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; then, shut down your computer. ...receive error code(s) during PSA, note the error code(s) and contact Dell. If you want to diagnose various hardware problems. Once invoked, the PSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on or restart your computer and try again. 3. ...
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... about all tests that indicates the overall completion of the ePSA home screen. When the DELL logo appears, press to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on the left of the Control window is divided into three areas: •...
... about all tests that indicates the overall completion of the ePSA home screen. When the DELL logo appears, press to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on the left of the Control window is divided into three areas: •...
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... your computer to work incorrectly. System Setup (BIOS) 147 The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change a user-selectable option such as the video card, keyboard and ...mouse, hard disk, optical drive, and so on (or restart) your computer. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that runs on . Certain ... information after the prompt closes, the keystroke is displayed, wait for future reference. 1. When the DELL logo is lost.
... your computer to work incorrectly. System Setup (BIOS) 147 The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change a user-selectable option such as the video card, keyboard and ...mouse, hard disk, optical drive, and so on (or restart) your computer. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that runs on . Certain ... information after the prompt closes, the keystroke is displayed, wait for future reference. 1. When the DELL logo is lost.
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...position your keyboard. • Set the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance (usually 510 to 610 millimeters [20 to 24 inches] from Dell and other software updates to avoid general computer problems: • Ensure that you work. Ergonomic Instructions for extended periods of the monitor..... Special shelves are available (from your eyes). • Ensure the monitor screen is enough free space on . • Clean your hard drive. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for Desktops CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use water or any other solvents to clean your computer. ...
...position your keyboard. • Set the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance (usually 510 to 610 millimeters [20 to 24 inches] from Dell and other software updates to avoid general computer problems: • Ensure that you work. Ergonomic Instructions for extended periods of the monitor..... Special shelves are available (from your eyes). • Ensure the monitor screen is enough free space on . • Clean your hard drive. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for Desktops CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use water or any other solvents to clean your computer. ...
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...in Microsoft Windows are: • Sleep - Transfer Methods You can access the same network folders or location. • USB flash drive or external hard drive - Some common power-saving states in Windows, hibernation uses the least amount of power, hibernation puts your open documents and programs ...on your hard disk, and then turns off . You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both computers can use your computer. You will need an Easy Transfer Cable, a...
...in Microsoft Windows are: • Sleep - Transfer Methods You can access the same network folders or location. • USB flash drive or external hard drive - Some common power-saving states in Windows, hibernation uses the least amount of power, hibernation puts your open documents and programs ...on your hard disk, and then turns off . You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both computers can use your computer. You will need an Easy Transfer Cable, a...
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Replacing the Base Cover 21 Procedure 21 Postrequisites 21 Removing the Memory Module(s 22 Prerequisites 22 Procedure 22 Replacing the Memory Module(s 23 Procedure 23 Postrequisites 23 Removing the Hard Drive 24 Prerequisites 24 Procedure 25 Replacing the Hard Drive 27 Procedure 27 Postrequisites 27 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 28 Prerequisites 28 Procedure 28 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 29 Procedure 29 Postrequisites 29 Removing the Palm-Rest 30 Prerequisites 30 Procedure 30 Replacing the Palm-Rest 33 Procedure 33 Postrequisites 33 4 | Contents
Replacing the Base Cover 21 Procedure 21 Postrequisites 21 Removing the Memory Module(s 22 Prerequisites 22 Procedure 22 Replacing the Memory Module(s 23 Procedure 23 Postrequisites 23 Removing the Hard Drive 24 Prerequisites 24 Procedure 25 Replacing the Hard Drive 27 Procedure 27 Postrequisites 27 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 28 Prerequisites 28 Procedure 28 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 29 Procedure 29 Postrequisites 29 Removing the Palm-Rest 30 Prerequisites 30 Procedure 30 Replacing the Palm-Rest 33 Procedure 33 Postrequisites 33 4 | Contents
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Replacing the Cooling Assembly 50 Procedure 50 Postrequisites 50 Removing the Hard-Drive Interposer Board . . . . 51 Prerequisites 51 Procedure 52 Replacing the Hard-Drive Interposer Board . . . . 53 Procedure 53 Postrequisites 53 Removing the Speakers 54 Prerequisites 54 Procedure 55 Replacing the Speakers 56 Procedure 56 Postrequisites 56 Removing the ...
Replacing the Cooling Assembly 50 Procedure 50 Postrequisites 50 Removing the Hard-Drive Interposer Board . . . . 51 Prerequisites 51 Procedure 52 Replacing the Hard-Drive Interposer Board . . . . 53 Procedure 53 Postrequisites 53 Removing the Speakers 54 Prerequisites 54 Procedure 55 Replacing the Speakers 56 Procedure 56 Postrequisites 56 Removing the ...
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...See "Removing the Battery" on page 20. 24 | Removing the Hard Drive Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...working inside your computer and follow the instructions in Sleep or On state. CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the hard drive while the computer is in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
...See "Removing the Battery" on page 20. 24 | Removing the Hard Drive Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...working inside your computer and follow the instructions in Sleep or On state. CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the hard drive while the computer is in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.