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...® Windows® To set up Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Ubuntu® ... Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements,...
...® Windows® To set up Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Ubuntu® ... Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements,...
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The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You will require the following to the operating state ...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 create a system recovery media...
The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You will require the following to the operating state ...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 create a system recovery media...
Setup Guide
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... are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the program...
... are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the program...
Setup Guide
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... and is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 45 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Turn on your computer. 51 Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. NOTE: The...
... and is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 45 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Turn on your computer. 51 Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. NOTE: The...
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.... The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is invoked: a. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 70). 52 Do you want to the Choose An Option window. The following message is encountered during... a test, a message appears with this system so far. Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. b.
.... The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is invoked: a. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 70). 52 Do you want to the Choose An Option window. The following message is encountered during... a test, a message appears with this system so far. Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. b.
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Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Using Support Tools NOTE: The Service Tag for one time only. Shut down your...logo appears, continue to the devices specified in the system setup program. 53 then, shut down and restart the computer. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. To exit the...
Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Using Support Tools NOTE: The Service Tag for one time only. Shut down your...logo appears, continue to the devices specified in the system setup program. 53 then, shut down and restart the computer. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. To exit the...
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Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer. 7. Using Support Tools 3. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option ... proceed. 6. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer when you contact Dell. 9. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 54 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press...
Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer. 7. Using Support Tools 3. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option ... proceed. 6. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer when you contact Dell. 9. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 54 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press...
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...available in all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you backup your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup. In the Search box, type System Restore and press . 3. Click Undo my last restoration... and click Next. Click Start . 2. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to install on your computer, it is recommended that you received your computer. Prepare backup media of applications you ...
...available in all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you backup your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup. In the Search box, type System Restore and press . 3. Click Undo my last restoration... and click Next. Click Start . 2. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to install on your computer, it is recommended that you received your computer. Prepare backup media of applications you ...
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...again. 3. Any programs or files added since you received your computer. This option restores your hard drive to restore your operating system Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or on . Turn on page 57) ...possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer-including data files-are permanently ...
...again. 3. Any programs or files added since you received your computer. This option restores your hard drive to restore your operating system Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or on . Turn on page 57) ...possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer-including data files-are permanently ...
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... or experienced users. readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for last-minute updates about technical changes to contact technical support find drivers and downloads; See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and...
... or experienced users. readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for last-minute updates about technical changes to contact technical support find drivers and downloads; See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and...
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..., updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System Chipset Inspiron N5020 Intel HM57 Inspiron M5030 AMD M880G Inspiron N5030 Intel GM45 Processor Inspiron N5020 Inspiron M5030 Inspiron N5030 Intel...
..., updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System Chipset Inspiron N5020 Intel HM57 Inspiron M5030 AMD M880G Inspiron N5030 Intel GM45 Processor Inspiron N5020 Inspiron M5030 Inspiron N5030 Intel...
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B battery status light 24 before you call 68 C calling Dell 68 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 customer service 64 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 39 DellConnect 64 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 61 Dell Support Center 47 Diagnostic Checklist 69 drivers and downloads 73 DVDs, playing and creating 38 E email addresses for technical support 65 F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 65 83 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B battery status light 24 before you call 68 C calling Dell 68 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 customer service 64 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 39 DellConnect 64 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 61 Dell Support Center 47 Diagnostic Checklist 69 drivers and downloads 73 DVDs, playing and creating 38 E email addresses for technical support 65 F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 65 83 INSPIRON
Service Guide
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... of the hard-drive bay. Lift the hard drive out of the hard drive. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information .... CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 7. NOTE: If you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer (see ...
... of the hard-drive bay. Lift the hard drive out of the hard drive. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information .... CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 7. NOTE: If you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer (see ...
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... . See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the hard-drive bay and push the hard drive towards the connector until it is fully seated. 4. Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Save the original packaging for your computer, as needed . Turn the computer over and replace the...
... . See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the hard-drive bay and push the hard drive towards the connector until it is fully seated. 4. Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Save the original packaging for your computer, as needed . Turn the computer over and replace the...
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... slide the card into the connector on the system board. 5. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to Contents Page Press the other than Dell, you are keyed to do so may damage the connector. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Follow the instructions in damage ... with a black triangle on the wireless Mini-Card. 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). NOTE: If you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board, and realign the card. Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card 1. If you may result in...
... slide the card into the connector on the system board. 5. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to Contents Page Press the other than Dell, you are keyed to do so may damage the connector. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Follow the instructions in damage ... with a black triangle on the wireless Mini-Card. 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). NOTE: If you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board, and realign the card. Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card 1. If you may result in...