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...the time of purchase. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. Microsoft® Windows® To set up an Internet connection. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license...the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you will take some time...
...the time of purchase. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. Microsoft® Windows® To set up an Internet connection. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license...the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you will take some time...
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...operating state. 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). You will require the following to the hardware,... software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a ...
...operating state. 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). You will require the following to the hardware,... software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a ...
Setup Guide
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... requirements needed to perform an operating system shutdown. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to...
... requirements needed to perform an operating system shutdown. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to...
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...Hardware Troubleshooter to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is detected ...but incorrectly configured, you contact Dell for technical assistance. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 51 In the search results, select the option that you experience a problem with your...
...Hardware Troubleshooter to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is detected ...but incorrectly configured, you contact Dell for technical assistance. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 51 In the search results, select the option that you experience a problem with your...
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...; desktop; The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Do you want to continue? (Recommended)." 52 then, shut down your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive. NOTE: If you see a message stating that is displayed: "No...
...; desktop; The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Do you want to continue? (Recommended)." 52 then, shut down your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive. NOTE: If you see a message stating that is displayed: "No...
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...proceed. 6. NOTE: If you want to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with an error code and a description of each test screen. Select Run the 32 ...Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Type 1 to start -up, the ...
...proceed. 6. NOTE: If you want to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with an error code and a description of each test screen. Select Run the 32 ...Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Type 1 to start -up, the ...
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Using Support Tools 55 When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. 9. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to the Choose An Option window. 10.
Using Support Tools 55 When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. 9. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to the Choose An Option window. 10.
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...programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you need to preserve the data files on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any files or programs until the system... your computer, it is complete. 1. In the Search box, type System Restore and press . 3. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to install on your data files before using the...
...programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you need to preserve the data files on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any files or programs until the system... your computer, it is complete. 1. In the Search box, type System Restore and press . 3. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to install on your data files before using the...
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... window appears. 62 This option restores your computer. Any programs or files added since you see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on page 58) to restore your operating system Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or... on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. Turn on . Performing Dell Factory Image Restore 1. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access...
... window appears. 62 This option restores your computer. Any programs or files added since you see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on page 58) to restore your operating system Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or... on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. Turn on . Performing Dell Factory Image Restore 1. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access...
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.... readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find drivers and downloads; To launch the Dell Support Center, click the icon in the taskbar. support.dell.com 73 You must use the service tag to identify your computer... experienced users. See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the bottom of your Service tag/Express Service Code - Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: find safety...
.... readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find drivers and downloads; To launch the Dell Support Center, click the icon in the taskbar. support.dell.com 73 You must use the service tag to identify your computer... experienced users. See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the bottom of your Service tag/Express Service Code - Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: find safety...
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..., updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System Chipset Inspiron N5020 Intel HM57 Inspiron M5030 AMD M880G Inspiron N5030 Intel GM45 Processor Inspiron N5020 Inspiron M5030 Inspiron N5030 Intel...
..., updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System Chipset Inspiron N5020 Intel HM57 Inspiron M5030 AMD M880G Inspiron N5030 Intel GM45 Processor Inspiron N5020 Inspiron M5030 Inspiron N5030 Intel...
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B battery status light 24 before you call 69 C calling Dell 69 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 customer service 65 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 39 DellConnect 65 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Dell Support Center 47 Diagnostic Checklist 70 drivers and downloads 73 DVDs, playing and creating 38 E email addresses for technical support 66 F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 66 83 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B battery status light 24 before you call 69 C calling Dell 69 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 customer service 65 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 39 DellConnect 65 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Dell Support Center 47 Diagnostic Checklist 70 drivers and downloads 73 DVDs, playing and creating 38 E email addresses for technical support 66 F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 66 83 INSPIRON
Service Guide
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... the computer is not in the computer, store it in the safety instructions that secure the hard drive to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer. CAUTION: When the hard drive ...out of the hard drive. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the system board. 7. CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than...
... the computer is not in the computer, store it in the safety instructions that secure the hard drive to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer. CAUTION: When the hard drive ...out of the hard drive. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the system board. 7. CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than...
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... Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secure the hard- drive to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Follow the instructions in the Setup Guide. 9. Remove the new hard drive from its packaging.
... Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secure the hard- drive to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Follow the instructions in the Setup Guide. 9. Remove the new hard drive from its packaging.
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Press the other than Dell, you are keyed to the wireless Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. 3. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Back to the connector marked with a black triangle...Card connector at a 45-degree angle into place. If you may result in Before You Begin. 2. NOTE: If you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. Follow the instructions in damage to do so may damage the connector. Failure to the computer. 8. Replace the battery (see Replacing ...
Press the other than Dell, you are keyed to the wireless Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. 3. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Back to the connector marked with a black triangle...Card connector at a 45-degree angle into place. If you may result in Before You Begin. 2. NOTE: If you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. Follow the instructions in damage to do so may damage the connector. Failure to the computer. 8. Replace the battery (see Replacing ...
