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... information. 9 The Windows setup screens will need to complete. 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 the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, ...see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Ubuntu® for your computer, it is preconfigured with ...
... information. 9 The Windows setup screens will need to complete. 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 the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, ...see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Ubuntu® for your computer, it is preconfigured with ...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve... 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). Use an external ...need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have an internal optical drive.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve... 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). Use an external ...need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have an internal optical drive.
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... program. --Write down your computer. --Ensure that is installed and configured properly. --Verify that it runs in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the...
... program. --Write down your computer. --Ensure that is installed and configured properly. --Verify that it runs in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the...
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... works only on page 35 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your computer. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 40 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for technical assistance. Ensure that the device that best describes the ... If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your hard drive or from your computer, perform the checks in the search field and press to start...
... works only on page 35 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your computer. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 40 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for technical assistance. Ensure that the device that best describes the ... If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your hard drive or from your computer, perform the checks in the search field and press to start...
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... will take about 30 minutes or more. This will start running the tests. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . NOTE: If your hard drive. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft...invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on (or restart) your computer. b. Turn on your computer. 3. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to an...the remaining memory tests? Ensure that the computer is invoked: a. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc.
... will take about 30 minutes or more. This will start running the tests. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . NOTE: If your hard drive. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft...invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on (or restart) your computer. b. Turn on your computer. 3. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to an...the remaining memory tests? Ensure that the computer is invoked: a. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc.
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NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for the procedures that appears and press . 5. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer. 7. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. On the next start the CD menu and press to the devices specified in the system setup... and the operating system logo appears, continue to run. 43 NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Insert the...
NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for the procedures that appears and press . 5. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer. 7. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. On the next start the CD menu and press to the devices specified in the system setup... and the operating system logo appears, continue to run. 43 NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Insert the...
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... the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to the Choose An Option window. 10. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 44 If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. Using Support Tools 8. NOTE: The Service... encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of each test screen. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61).
... the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to the Choose An Option window. 10. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 44 If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. Using Support Tools 8. NOTE: The Service... encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of each test screen. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61).
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...Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all regions. 47 Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your operating system will permanently remove any files or programs until the system restoration is ... programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you need to preserve the data files on your computer. Prepare backup media of applications you received your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next....
...Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all regions. 47 Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your operating system will permanently remove any files or programs until the system restoration is ... programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you need to preserve the data files on your computer. Prepare backup media of applications you received your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next....
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...If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. NOTE:...state it was in certain countries or on . This option restores your operating system. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system problem. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. Data files include...
...If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. NOTE:...state it was in certain countries or on . This option restores your operating system. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system problem. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. Data files include...
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...computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance find your computer review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. To launch the Dell Support Center, click the bar icon in the task find drivers and downloads; You must use the service tag to... technical-reference material for your Service tag/Express Service Code - readme files support.dell.com access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to your computer the Dell Support Center. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find...
...computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance find your computer review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. To launch the Dell Support Center, click the bar icon in the task find drivers and downloads; You must use the service tag to... technical-reference material for your Service tag/Express Service Code - readme files support.dell.com access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to your computer the Dell Support Center. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find...
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... the icon in the notification area of your computer, see the About Your System section in the Dell Support Center. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Computer Information Processor type Intel® Atom™ System chipset Intel NM10 Express Memory Memory... 2 GB PC3-10600 (DDR3 1333 MHz) SODIMM 64 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop.
... the icon in the notification area of your computer, see the About Your System section in the Dell Support Center. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Computer Information Processor type Intel® Atom™ System chipset Intel NM10 Express Memory Memory... 2 GB PC3-10600 (DDR3 1333 MHz) SODIMM 64 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop.
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INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B before you call 59 C calling Dell 59 computer capabilities 28 computer, setting up 5 customer service 55 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 30 DellConnect 55 Dell Diagnostics 40 72 Dell Dock 29 Dell Factory Image Restore 51 Dell Support Center 37 Diagnostic Checklist 60 drivers and downloads 63 E e-mail addresses for technical support 56 F finding more information 62 FTP login, anonymous 56 H hardware problems diagnosing 40
INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B before you call 59 C calling Dell 59 computer capabilities 28 computer, setting up 5 customer service 55 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 30 DellConnect 55 Dell Diagnostics 40 72 Dell Dock 29 Dell Factory Image Restore 51 Dell Support Center 37 Diagnostic Checklist 60 drivers and downloads 63 E e-mail addresses for technical support 56 F finding more information 62 FTP login, anonymous 56 H hardware problems diagnosing 40