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...the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that is compatible with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program, Dell Support Center. --Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the ...documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your pointer using the touch pad or mouse, press ...
...the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that is compatible with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program, Dell Support Center. --Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the ...documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your pointer using the touch pad or mouse, press ...
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...System Setup section in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 27 and run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on Dell computers. To review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you... not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is known to test displays in the system setup program and is active. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Ensure that the computer ...
...System Setup section in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 27 and run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on Dell computers. To review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you... not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is known to test displays in the system setup program and is active. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Ensure that the computer ...
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... immediately. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any key... versions are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. Using Support Tools 4. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer. 7. Shut down your computer...
... immediately. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any key... versions are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. Using Support Tools 4. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer. 7. Shut down your computer...
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... all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. These options restore your hard drive to restore your computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. Select Repair Your Computer. 3. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve...
... all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. These options restore your hard drive to restore your computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. Select Repair Your Computer. 3. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve...
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... reinstalling the Windows operating system to confirm that you need the following items: • Dell Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Restoring Your Operating System 7. Click the... reinstall Windows, you want to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver. Click Next. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to complete. The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to load any...
... reinstalling the Windows operating system to confirm that you need the following items: • Dell Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Restoring Your Operating System 7. Click the... reinstall Windows, you want to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver. Click Next. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to complete. The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to load any...
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... you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Save and close any open programs. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to... wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. NOTE: The ... Operating System or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not have an optical drive.
... you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Save and close any open programs. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to... wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. NOTE: The ... Operating System or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not have an optical drive.
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the Dell Technology Guide installed on your operating system. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your hard drive. upgrade your computer. 44 the Drivers and Utilities media. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your computer with new ..., and e-mail. See: the Operating System media. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of ...
the Dell Technology Guide installed on your operating system. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your hard drive. upgrade your computer. 44 the Drivers and Utilities media. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your computer with new ..., and e-mail. See: the Operating System media. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of ...
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... or to identify your computer on your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. 45 find drivers and downloads. See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your order status for new purchases. access technical support and product help. the back ...
... or to identify your computer on your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. 45 find drivers and downloads. See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your order status for new purchases. access technical support and product help. the back ...
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... 533 MHz Memory Connectors Capacities Memory type Memory configuration possible none 1 GB 533 MHz DDR2 1 GB 46 NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Basic Specifications System Model Dell Inspiron 1210 This section provides basic information that you may vary by region.
... 533 MHz Memory Connectors Capacities Memory type Memory configuration possible none 1 GB 533 MHz DDR2 1 GB 46 NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Basic Specifications System Model Dell Inspiron 1210 This section provides basic information that you may vary by region.
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INSPIRON Index A AC adapter size and weight 52 airflow, allowing 5 AutoTech 41 B backups creating 23 C calling Dell 42 chipset 47 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 9 conserving energy 22 54 Contacting Dell online 43 customer service 40 customizing your energy settings 22 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 23 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Dell Support Center 29 Dell support website 45 Dell Technology Guide for further information 44 Diagnostic Checklist 42 drivers and downloads 45
INSPIRON Index A AC adapter size and weight 52 airflow, allowing 5 AutoTech 41 B backups creating 23 C calling Dell 42 chipset 47 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 9 conserving energy 22 54 Contacting Dell online 43 customer service 40 customizing your energy settings 22 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 23 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Dell Support Center 29 Dell support website 45 Dell Technology Guide for further information 44 Diagnostic Checklist 42 drivers and downloads 45