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... loss of bad sectors, and then click Start. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for and attempt recovery of all data. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10...
... loss of bad sectors, and then click Start. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for and attempt recovery of all data. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10...
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... been restored to factory condition. 8 Click Finish to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options window. 2 Select Repair Your Computer. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to reboot the system. 268 Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Depending upon your computer-including data files-are ... the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on . If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or...
... been restored to factory condition. 8 Click Finish to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options window. 2 Select Repair Your Computer. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to reboot the system. 268 Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Depending upon your computer-including data files-are ... the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on . If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or...
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...™ Online Backup - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your computer. • ContactUs - Click to access information and documentation for contacting Dell. • Feedback - Click to access: • Dell Support Center. • Dell Support Center Alerts. • Dell Support Center User Settings. • Learn more about your computer. • Drivers...
...™ Online Backup - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your computer. • ContactUs - Click to access information and documentation for contacting Dell. • Feedback - Click to access: • Dell Support Center. • Dell Support Center Alerts. • Dell Support Center User Settings. • Learn more about your computer. • Drivers...
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... C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I N G S - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it is connected to...has either a green label or a connector-shaped icon next to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. The User Account Control ...
... C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I N G S - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it is connected to...has either a green label or a connector-shaped icon next to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. The User Account Control ...
Setup Guide
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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 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights... Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software...
...(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 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights... Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software...
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Contents Using Support Tools 48 Dell Support Center 48 My Dell Downloads 49 System Messages 49 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 51 Restoring Your Operating System 56 System Restore 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 System Recovery Media 61 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Getting Help 64 Technical Support and Customer Service 65 DellConnect 65 Online...
Contents Using Support Tools 48 Dell Support Center 48 My Dell Downloads 49 System Messages 49 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 51 Restoring Your Operating System 56 System Restore 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 System Recovery Media 61 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Getting Help 64 Technical Support and Customer Service 65 DellConnect 65 Online...
Setup Guide
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended 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 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended 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 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the ...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 61. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 61. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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... connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 39 You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available...
... connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 39 You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available...
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..., System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbar. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the...
..., System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbar. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the...
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INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating ... Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup 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 ...
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating ... Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup 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 ...
Setup Guide
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...8226; Backup and restore your computer to access the Advanced Boot Options window. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times 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.... (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to be restored. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the size of the data to the computer and remove any newly added...
...8226; Backup and restore your computer to access the Advanced Boot Options window. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times 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.... (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to be restored. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the size of the data to the computer and remove any newly added...
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Follow the instructions on your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your data files before using the system recovery media. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Restoring Your Operating System System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on...
Follow the instructions on your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your data files before using the system recovery media. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Restoring Your Operating System System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on...
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.... then, shut down your configuration, you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to factory condition. 9. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to wait until ...you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. NOTE: Depending upon your computer and try again. 3. Click Next. NOTE: If you may ...
.... then, shut down your configuration, you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to factory condition. 9. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to wait until ...you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. NOTE: Depending upon your computer and try again. 3. Click Next. NOTE: If you may ...
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Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 61 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 61 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...