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... (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 16 Right View Features 16 Left View Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18...Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35 Using Support Tools 37 Dell Support Center 37 My...
... (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 16 Right View Features 16 Left View Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18...Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35 Using Support Tools 37 Dell Support Center 37 My...
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Contents System Messages 38 Hardware Troubleshooter 40 Dell Diagnostics 40 Restoring Your Operating System 45 System Restore 46 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 47 System Recovery Media 50 Dell Factory Image Restore 51 Getting Help 54 Technical Support and Customer Service 55 DellConnect 55 Online Services 56 Automated Order-Status Service 57 Product Information ...
Contents System Messages 38 Hardware Troubleshooter 40 Dell Diagnostics 40 Restoring Your Operating System 45 System Restore 46 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 47 System Recovery Media 50 Dell Factory Image Restore 51 Getting Help 54 Technical Support and Customer Service 55 DellConnect 55 Online Services 56 Automated Order-Status Service 57 Product Information ...
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... that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to ... internal optical drive. 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). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It...
... that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to ... internal optical drive. 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). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It...
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Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 50. 11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 50. 11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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... on the screen. 30 To schedule backups: 1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online Backup may not be available in all regions. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password-protected account. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar. 2.
... on the screen. 30 To schedule backups: 1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online Backup may not be available in all regions. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password-protected account. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar. 2.
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.../Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to -use application that provides information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com. 37 icon in the The Dell Support Center home page... service and support resources. To launch the application, click the taskbar. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center is an easy-to your computer) Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How...
.../Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to -use application that provides information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com. 37 icon in the The Dell Support Center home page... service and support resources. To launch the application, click the taskbar. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center is an easy-to your computer) Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How...
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... when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc to reinstall only the operating system on your computer. 45 INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating...
... when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc to reinstall only the operating system on your computer. 45 INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating...
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... wait until you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files on your computer. 2. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. then..., shut down your computer to : • Backup and restore your computer and try again. 48 Turn off your computer. You can use Dell Factory Image ...
... wait until you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files on your computer. 2. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. then..., shut down your computer to : • Backup and restore your computer and try again. 48 Turn off your computer. You can use Dell Factory Image ...
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Restoring Your Operating System Upgrading to complete the upgrade. 49 Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the taskbar. 2. NOTE: For more depending on file types • Backup files to a...on the size of purchase. Click Upgrade Now! 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be restored. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the screen. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. NOTE: The restoration...
Restoring Your Operating System Upgrading to complete the upgrade. 49 Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the taskbar. 2. NOTE: For more depending on file types • Backup files to a...on the size of purchase. Click Upgrade Now! 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be restored. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the screen. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. NOTE: The restoration...
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...in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your data files before using the system recovery media. then, shut down your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that you backup ...and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the recovery process. You can use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media: 1. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select the appropriate ...
...in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your data files before using the system recovery media. then, shut down your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that you backup ...and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the recovery process. You can use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media: 1. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select the appropriate ...
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... layout and click Next. 5. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been...
... layout and click Next. 5. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been...
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... warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 50 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 40 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 38 find more about the...
... warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 50 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 40 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 38 find more about the...