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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...
... 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...
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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 does ...not support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. You will require the following...
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 does ...not support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. You will require the following...
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... a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Follow the instructions on page 73. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. For more information, see "Connect the... 2. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: It is connected (see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3.
... a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Follow the instructions on page 73. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. For more information, see "Connect the... 2. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: It is connected (see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3.
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... utility displays all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on your hard drive using a visual representation of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Manage your hard drive...
... utility displays all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events and restoration points on your hard drive using a visual representation of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Manage your hard drive...
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... 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. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options.
... 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. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options.
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...computer in an undesirable operating state. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. 69 If you are completely reversible. Starting System Restore 1. Click Start . 2. Click Next and follow the instructions on the computer, click Continue; CAUTION:... Make regular backups of your data files or recover them. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting...
...computer in an undesirable operating state. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. 69 If you are completely reversible. Starting System Restore 1. Click Start . 2. Click Next and follow the instructions on the computer, click Continue; CAUTION:... Make regular backups of your data files or recover them. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting...
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... your computer, it is recommended that you received your operating system problem. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do...
... your computer, it is recommended that you received your operating system problem. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do...
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...your computer. 2. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; 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. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be ...
...your computer. 2. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; 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. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be ...
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... from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 72 NOTE: The restoration process may be installed on your computer, if you to be restored. Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may take an hour or more information, see knowledge base article 353560...
... from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 72 NOTE: The restoration process may be installed on your computer, if you to be restored. Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may take an hour or more information, see knowledge base article 353560...
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... desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer. You can use of your computer... using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to preserve the data files on your computer....
... desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer. You can use of your computer... using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to preserve the data files on your computer....
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... computer. Turn on . Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your operating system. 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...
... computer. Turn on . Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your operating system. 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...
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...Recovery Options window appears. 4. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. To access the ... Operating System 8. 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. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want to the factory condition,...
...Recovery Options window appears. 4. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. To access the ... Operating System 8. 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. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want to the factory condition,...
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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