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... Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect...
... Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect...
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... it was in an undesirable operating state. You can be used to restore your computer 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 is recommended that you...
... it was in an undesirable operating state. You can be used to restore your computer 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 is recommended that you...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. For more information, see the Windows 7 support on page 6). 2. Ensure ...as you set up Microsoft Windows. Follow the instructions on page 71. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is connected (see "System ...
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. For more information, see the Windows 7 support on page 6). 2. Ensure ...as you set up Microsoft Windows. Follow the instructions on page 71. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is connected (see "System ...
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... all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on improving the performance of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. Manage your computer each type of space consumed... location. The home page also provides links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services. Monitor system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system...
... all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on improving the performance of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. Manage your computer each type of space consumed... location. The home page also provides links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services. Monitor system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system...
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INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. 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...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...
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. 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...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...
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... other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Starting System Restore 1. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. 67 Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you to return your data files. In the search box...
... other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Starting System Restore 1. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. 67 Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you to return your data files. In the search box...
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... Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your operating system permanently removes any files or programs until the system restoration is recommended that you backup your data...
... Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your operating system permanently removes any files or programs until the system restoration is recommended that you backup your data...
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...long and the operating system logo appears, continue to an 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. Turn off your computer and try again. 5. Select Repair.... then, shut down your computer. 2. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Disconnect all regions. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased...
...long and the operating system logo appears, continue to an 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. Turn off your computer and try again. 5. Select Repair.... then, shut down your computer. 2. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Disconnect all regions. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased...
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... of your computer, if you ordered it at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more depending on your desktop. 2. Click Upgrade Now! 3. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you to: • Backup and restore your computer based on file types • Backup files...To upgrade to be installed on the size of the data to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in the notification area of purchase. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the ...
... of your computer, if you ordered it at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more depending on your desktop. 2. Click Upgrade Now! 3. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you to: • Backup and restore your computer based on file types • Backup files...To upgrade to be installed on the size of the data to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in the notification area of purchase. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the ...
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... you backup your data files before using the system recovery media. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer, it was in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents...
... you backup your data files before using the system recovery media. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer, it was in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents...
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... Advanced Boot Options window. If possible, back up all data on . Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. Any programs or files added since you...
... Advanced Boot Options window. If possible, back up all data on . Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. Any programs or files added since you...
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... appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to restart the computer. 73 Select Repair Your Computer. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Next. NOTE: If you want to complete. Restoring Your Operating System 8. Select a keyboard layout and click Next.... to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. 3. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. To access the...
... appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to restart the computer. 73 Select Repair Your Computer. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Next. NOTE: If you want to complete. Restoring Your Operating System 8. Select a keyboard layout and click Next.... to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. 3. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. To access the...
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 31 C calling Dell 80 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 82 customer service 75 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 69 Professional 70 DellConnect 75 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Dell Support Center 62 Dell Support Web Sites 76 Diagnostic Checklist 81 drivers and downloads 85 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 76 eSATA connector 25 95 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 31 C calling Dell 80 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 82 customer service 75 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 69 Professional 70 DellConnect 75 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Dell Support Center 62 Dell Support Web Sites 76 Diagnostic Checklist 81 drivers and downloads 85 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 76 eSATA connector 25 95 INSPIRON
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problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 77 R resources, finding more 84 restoring factory image 72 S Service Tag locating 80 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 78 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 59 solving problems 56 specifications 86 support e-mail addresses 76 support sites worldwide 76 System Recovery Media 71 system reinstall options 66 System Restore 67 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 42 V ventilation, ensuring 5 Index 97
problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 77 R resources, finding more 84 restoring factory image 72 S Service Tag locating 80 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 78 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 59 solving problems 56 specifications 86 support e-mail addresses 76 support sites worldwide 76 System Recovery Media 71 system reinstall options 66 System Restore 67 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 42 V ventilation, ensuring 5 Index 97
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... Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect...
... Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect...
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...Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create 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 (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup...or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require ...
...Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create 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 (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup...or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require ...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 71. Ensure that the AC adapter is ... Windows. NOTE: It is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see the Windows 7 support on the screen.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 71. Ensure that the AC adapter is ... Windows. NOTE: It is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see the Windows 7 support on the screen.
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...hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your hard drive using a visual representation of space consumed by each day. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Monitor ...system events and changes over time. The home page also provides links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services.
...hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your hard drive using a visual representation of space consumed by each day. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Monitor ...system events and changes over time. The home page also provides links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services.
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INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. If possible, backup your computer. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when ...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 was in...
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. If possible, backup your computer. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when ...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 was in...
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...your computer are an administrator on the screen. Starting System Restore 1. In the search box, type System Restore and press . In the event that System Restore makes to continue the desired action. 3. System Restore does not monitor your data files. otherwise, contact your ...an undesirable operating state. Click Next and follow the instructions on the computer, click Continue; Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you may appear. Click Start . 2. NOTE: The User Account Control ...
...your computer are an administrator on the screen. Starting System Restore 1. In the search box, type System Restore and press . In the event that System Restore makes to continue the desired action. 3. System Restore does not monitor your data files. otherwise, contact your ...an undesirable operating state. Click Next and follow the instructions on the computer, click Continue; Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you may appear. Click Start . 2. NOTE: The User Account Control ...