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... Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 61 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 Dell Diagnostics 66 Restoring Your Operating System 68 System Restore 69 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 70 System Recovery Media 73 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 Getting Help 76 Technical Support and Customer Service 77 DellConnect 77...
... Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 61 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 Dell Diagnostics 66 Restoring Your Operating System 68 System Restore 69 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 70 System Recovery Media 73 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 Getting Help 76 Technical Support and Customer Service 77 DellConnect 77...
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... 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 when you received your computer to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 68 INSPIRON Restoring...
... 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 when you received your computer to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 68 INSPIRON Restoring...
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... the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to restore your computer. 2. Turn off your operating system. 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 Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. Turn on page...
... the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to restore your computer. 2. Turn off your operating system. 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 Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. Turn on page...
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You can use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Use ... down your computer. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to preserve the data files on the screen. 73 Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer and try again. 3. When the...
You can use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Use ... down your computer. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to preserve the data files on the screen. 73 Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer and try again. 3. When the...
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...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 as the last method to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore...the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on the computer. 2. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your computer-including data files-...
...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 as the last method to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore...the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on the computer. 2. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your computer-including data files-...
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... administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Select the check box to confirm that you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4.
... administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Select the check box to confirm that you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4.
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INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 82 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 17 Contacting Dell online 84 customer service 77 96 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 71 Professional 72 DellConnect 77 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 Dell Stage 54 Dell Support Center 64 Diagnostic Checklist 83 drivers and downloads 87 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 78 eSATA connector 23
INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 82 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 17 Contacting Dell online 84 customer service 77 96 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 71 Professional 72 DellConnect 77 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 Dell Stage 54 Dell Support Center 64 Diagnostic Checklist 83 drivers and downloads 87 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 78 eSATA connector 23
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Index power problems, solving 59 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 79 R resources, finding more 86 restoring factory image 74 S Service Tag locating 82 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 80 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 61 98 solving problems 56 specifications 88 support e-mail addresses 78 support sites worldwide 77 System Recovery Media 73 system reinstall options 68 System Restore 69 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 Touch screen Gestures 44 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5
Index power problems, solving 59 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 79 R resources, finding more 86 restoring factory image 74 S Service Tag locating 82 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 80 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 61 98 solving problems 56 specifications 88 support e-mail addresses 78 support sites worldwide 77 System Recovery Media 73 system reinstall options 68 System Restore 69 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 Touch screen Gestures 44 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5