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... off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 21 Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off your computer and USB devices. 2 HDMI connector... read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - Provides faster data transmission between your computer while charging a USB device, the device stops charging. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 3.0 connector -
... off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 21 Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off your computer and USB devices. 2 HDMI connector... read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - Provides faster data transmission between your computer while charging a USB device, the device stops charging. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 3.0 connector -
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... the computer is enabled. A solid white light indicates hard drive activity. NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on . 3 Battery status light - Indicates the battery charge status. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - CAUTION: To avoid ...loss of data, never turn off the computer when the hard drive activity light is enabled. For more information on the power indicator light, see...
... the computer is enabled. A solid white light indicates hard drive activity. NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on . 3 Battery status light - Indicates the battery charge status. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - CAUTION: To avoid ...loss of data, never turn off the computer when the hard drive activity light is enabled. For more information on the power indicator light, see...
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...: -- Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. -- Ensure that the program is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 58 Write down your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Verify that is installed and configured properly. --...Problems If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down any error message that the device drivers do not conflict...
...: -- Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. -- Ensure that the program is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 58 Write down your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Verify that is installed and configured properly. --...Problems If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down any error message that the device drivers do not conflict...
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... system changes, critical events and restoration points on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your computer each type of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. The home page also provides links to... and Configuration History - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on the day they occurred. 59 INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - one convenient location. Monitor system events and changes over time. PC Checkup Utilities ...
... system changes, critical events and restoration points on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your computer each type of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. The home page also provides links to... and Configuration History - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on the day they occurred. 59 INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - one convenient location. Monitor system events and changes over time. PC Checkup Utilities ...
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... utility, turn on . 1. Ensure that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Turn on page 56 and run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA). Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart...) your computer and press when the Dell logo appears. In the search results, select the option that the device you contact Dell for devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on (or restart) your computer. 2.
... utility, turn on . 1. Ensure that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Turn on page 56 and run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA). Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart...) your computer and press when the Dell logo appears. In the search results, select the option that the device you contact Dell for devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on (or restart) your computer. 2.
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INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 63 If possible, backup your computer. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System... deletes all data files on your data files before using any of System Restore and Dell 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 to the operating state it ...
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 63 If possible, backup your computer. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System... deletes all data files on your data files before using any of System Restore and Dell 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 to the operating state it ...
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... earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. 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 all the...
... earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. 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 all the...
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...system recovery media 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 was in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer, it is... on your computer using the system recovery media. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. You can use of your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your computer and try again. 3.
...system recovery media 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 was in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer, it is... on your computer using the system recovery media. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. You can use of your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your computer and try again. 3.
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... removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to wait until you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your ...Image Restore. If possible, back up all data on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; This option restores your hard drive to restore your computer and try again. 69 Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it...
... removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to wait until you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your ...Image Restore. If possible, back up all data on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; This option restores your hard drive to restore your computer and try again. 69 Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it...
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...70 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Click Next. Select the check box to confirm that you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore ...the system software to complete. Select Repair Your Computer. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. ...
...70 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Click Next. Select the check box to confirm that you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore ...the system software to complete. Select Repair Your Computer. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. ...
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...lost or corrupted data; Include a copy of your confidential, proprietary or personal information; Call Dell to call for your return. 1. Include any accessories that you back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. lost removable media that you return the... product to Dell, ensure that belong with your region, see "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 78), indicating...
...lost or corrupted data; Include a copy of your confidential, proprietary or personal information; Call Dell to call for your return. 1. Include any accessories that you back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. lost removable media that you return the... product to Dell, ensure that belong with your region, see "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 78), indicating...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to contact technical support the bottom of your computer "Dell Support Center" on page 60" for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 59 upgrade your computer with new or additional components like a new hard drive... reinstall or replace a worn or defective part the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer ...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to contact technical support the bottom of your computer "Dell Support Center" on page 60" for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 59 upgrade your computer with new or additional components like a new hard drive... reinstall or replace a worn or defective part the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer ...
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measured with the hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 G NonOperating 160 G Altitude (maximum): Operating -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft)... a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS NonOperating 1.30 GRMS 88 Computer Environment Maximum shock (for non-operating - measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2-ms half-sine pulse; for operating - Specifications Computer Environment Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage...
measured with the hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 G NonOperating 160 G Altitude (maximum): Operating -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft)... a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS NonOperating 1.30 GRMS 88 Computer Environment Maximum shock (for non-operating - measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2-ms half-sine pulse; for operating - Specifications Computer Environment Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage...
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F finding more information 80 FTP login, anonymous 73 G gestures Touch Pad 34 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 61 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 HDMI connector 21 help getting assistance and support 71 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 56 N network connection fixing 53 O Optical Drive emergency eject hole 38 Using 38 Index 91
F finding more information 80 FTP login, anonymous 73 G gestures Touch Pad 34 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 61 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 HDMI connector 21 help getting assistance and support 71 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 56 N network connection fixing 53 O Optical Drive emergency eject hole 38 Using 38 Index 91