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Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore 41 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 43 Using the Drivers and Utilities CD 45 Index 47 4 Contents
Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore 41 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 43 Using the Drivers and Utilities CD 45 Index 47 4 Contents
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...in the "Solving Problems" section of your data files. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. 1 Click the Start button and... backups of the online User's Guide. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on using System Restore. Running the Dell™ IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics The Dell IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics is a utility that tests ...
...in the "Solving Problems" section of your data files. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. 1 Click the Start button and... backups of the online User's Guide. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on using System Restore. Running the Dell™ IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics The Dell IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics is a utility that tests ...
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...→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that allows you to see and select restore points. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with available restore points appear in boldface type. 4 Select a restore point and click Next. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State NOTICE: Before...
...→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that allows you to see and select restore points. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with available restore points appear in boldface type. 4 Select a restore point and click Next. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State NOTICE: Before...
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... XP Before You Begin If you installed the new device driver. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that Turn off System Restore is the first drive detected by the computer. NOTICE: Before performing the installation, back up all the steps in the following items: •...; Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD To reinstall Windows XP, perform all data files on your primary hard drive. After you reinstall the operating system, you must use System Restore (see page 41) to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows XP Device ...
... XP Before You Begin If you installed the new device driver. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that Turn off System Restore is the first drive detected by the computer. NOTICE: Before performing the installation, back up all the steps in the following items: •...; Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD To reinstall Windows XP, perform all data files on your primary hard drive. After you reinstall the operating system, you must use System Restore (see page 41) to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows XP Device ...
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Index B beep codes, 40 C CD operating system, 7 computer beep codes, 40 restore to previous operating state, 41 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 41 cover removing, 21 D Dell Premier Support website, 7 support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 33 diagnostics beep codes, 40 Dell Diagnostics, 33 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 6-7 Quick Reference, ... 43 Operating System CD, 7 P power light diagnosing problems with, 36 locations, 9, 12, 15, 18 problems beep codes, 40 conflicts, 41 Dell Diagnostics, 33 restore computer to previous operating state, 41 Index 47
Index B beep codes, 40 C CD operating system, 7 computer beep codes, 40 restore to previous operating state, 41 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 41 cover removing, 21 D Dell Premier Support website, 7 support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 33 diagnostics beep codes, 40 Dell Diagnostics, 33 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 6-7 Quick Reference, ... 43 Operating System CD, 7 P power light diagnosing problems with, 36 locations, 9, 12, 15, 18 problems beep codes, 40 conflicts, 41 Dell Diagnostics, 33 restore computer to previous operating state, 41 Index 47
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R reinstalling drivers, 5 Windows XP, 43 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 33 S Service Tag, 6 software conflicts, 41 System Restore, 41 T troubleshooting conflicts, 41 Dell Diagnostics, 33 Hardware Troubleshooter, 41 Help and Support Center, 7 restore computer to previous operating state, 41 W Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter, 41 Help and Support Center, 7 reinstalling, 43 System Restore, 41 48 Index
R reinstalling drivers, 5 Windows XP, 43 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 33 S Service Tag, 6 software conflicts, 41 System Restore, 41 T troubleshooting conflicts, 41 Dell Diagnostics, 33 Hardware Troubleshooter, 41 Help and Support Center, 7 restore computer to previous operating state, 41 W Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter, 41 Help and Support Center, 7 reinstalling, 43 System Restore, 41 48 Index
Setup Guide
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Contents Restoring Your Operating System 42 System Restore 43 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 44 System Recovery Media 47 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Getting Help 50 Technical Support and Customer Service 51 DellConnect 51 Online Services 52 Automated Order-Status Service 53 Product Information 53 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 54 Before You Call 55 Contacting Dell 57 Finding More Information and Resources 58 Specifications 60 Appendix 65 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico 65 Index 66 4
Contents Restoring Your Operating System 42 System Restore 43 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 44 System Recovery Media 47 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Getting Help 50 Technical Support and Customer Service 51 DellConnect 51 Online Services 52 Automated Order-Status Service 53 Product Information 53 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 54 Before You Call 55 Contacting Dell 57 Finding More Information and Resources 58 Specifications 60 Appendix 65 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico 65 Index 66 4
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... Local Backup. 3. To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer 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 Desktop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create...
... Local Backup. 3. To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer 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 Desktop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create...
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... system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - one convenient location. The home page also provides links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services. The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement... → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer. This utility displays all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on improving the performance of...
... system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - one convenient location. The home page also provides links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services. The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement... → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer. This utility displays all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on improving the performance of...
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...your computer. 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 Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer ...NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 42 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...
...your computer. 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 Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer ...NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 42 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...
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... settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. otherwise, contact your data files. Starting System Restore 1. In the search box, type System Restore and press . CAUTION: Make regular backups of your administrator to your data files or recover them. NOTE...an administrator on the screen. In the event that System Restore makes to continue the desired action. 3. Click Start . 2. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you are completely reversible. Click Next ...
... settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. otherwise, contact your data files. Starting System Restore 1. In the search box, type System Restore and press . CAUTION: Make regular backups of your administrator to your data files or recover them. NOTE...an administrator on the screen. In the event that System Restore makes to continue the desired action. 3. Click Start . 2. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you are completely reversible. Click Next ...
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... Backup to preserve the data files on your computer. In the search box, type System Restore and press . 3. CAUTION: Although Dell DataSafe Local Backup is complete. 1. Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all regions. 44 Click Start . 2. Click Undo my last...
... Backup to preserve the data files on your computer. In the search box, type System Restore and press . 3. CAUTION: Although Dell DataSafe Local Backup is complete. 1. Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all regions. 44 Click Start . 2. Click Undo my last...
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...computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)" on page 12) Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore your computer. 4. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to access the Advanced Boot Options ... logo appears, continue to wait until you purchased your operating system. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you ...
...computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)" on page 12) Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore your computer. 4. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to access the Advanced Boot Options ... logo appears, continue to wait until you purchased your operating system. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you ...
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... backups To upgrade to : • Backup and restore your computer based on the screen. 46 Restoring Your Operating System 6. Click UPGRADE NOW! 3. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you ordered it at support.dell.com. NOTE: The restoration process may be restored. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options...
... backups To upgrade to : • Backup and restore your computer based on the screen. 46 Restoring Your Operating System 6. Click UPGRADE NOW! 3. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you ordered it at support.dell.com. NOTE: The restoration process may be restored. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options...
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... you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the operating system and Dell factory-installed software on your computer and try again. 3. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media... on your computer, it was in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that prevents data from the list and press . ...
... you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the operating system and Dell factory-installed software on your computer and try again. 3. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media... on your computer, it was in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that prevents data from the list and press . ...
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... Microsoft Windows desktop; If possible, back up the data before using this option. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to access the Advanced Boot Options window. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. Data files include documents, spreadsheets...
... Microsoft Windows desktop; If possible, back up the data before using this option. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to access the Advanced Boot Options window. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. Data files include documents, spreadsheets...
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... confirm that you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. Restoring Your Operating System 8. 3. NOTE: If you want to complete. Click Next. Select a keyboard...
... confirm that you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. Restoring Your Operating System 8. 3. NOTE: If you want to complete. Click Next. Select a keyboard...
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INSPIRON Index A Advanced Boot Options 48 airflow 5 audio controller 61 B backup and recovery 25 beep code 56 Blu-ray Discs 24 C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 computer capabilities 24 66 connect(ing) display 6 optional network cable 9 to the Internet 13 Contacting Dell online 57 customer service 51 D DataSafe Local Backup 44 DellConnect 51 Dell Diagnostics 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Dell Stage 25 Diagnostic Checklist 56 drivers and downloads 59 DVDs, playing and creating 24
INSPIRON Index A Advanced Boot Options 48 airflow 5 audio controller 61 B backup and recovery 25 beep code 56 Blu-ray Discs 24 C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 computer capabilities 24 66 connect(ing) display 6 optional network cable 9 to the Internet 13 Contacting Dell online 57 customer service 51 D DataSafe Local Backup 44 DellConnect 51 Dell Diagnostics 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Dell Stage 25 Diagnostic Checklist 56 drivers and downloads 59 DVDs, playing and creating 24
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Index O optical drive 17 P problems, solving 28 products information and purchasing 53 R resources, finding more 58 restoring factory image 48 S security cable slot 21 Service Tag 55 shipping products for return or repair 54 software features 24 software problems 32 68 solving problems 28 specifications 60 support e-mail addresses 52 support sites worldwide 52 System Messages 37 System Recovery Media 47 system reinstall options 42 System Restore 43 T TV tuner 13 U USB 2.0 back connectors 23
Index O optical drive 17 P problems, solving 28 products information and purchasing 53 R resources, finding more 58 restoring factory image 48 S security cable slot 21 Service Tag 55 shipping products for return or repair 54 software features 24 software problems 32 68 solving problems 28 specifications 60 support e-mail addresses 52 support sites worldwide 52 System Messages 37 System Recovery Media 47 system reinstall options 42 System Restore 43 T TV tuner 13 U USB 2.0 back connectors 23
Service Manual
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...best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 4. Back to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. WARNING: A new battery can restore the correct settings after the new coin-cell battery has been installed. 2. Otherwise, you pry ... coin-cell battery 3 battery socket 6. WARNING: Do not operate your computer. Damage due to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
...best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 4. Back to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. WARNING: A new battery can restore the correct settings after the new coin-cell battery has been installed. 2. Otherwise, you pry ... coin-cell battery 3 battery socket 6. WARNING: Do not operate your computer. Damage due to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...