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... MORE INFORMATION: Your computer may appear. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for and attempt recovery of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for users who need a high level of all data. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID...). • RAID level 1 is recommended for higher performance and fault tolerance. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Computer. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com.
... MORE INFORMATION: Your computer may appear. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for and attempt recovery of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for users who need a high level of all data. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID...). • RAID level 1 is recommended for higher performance and fault tolerance. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Computer. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com.
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...in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore. Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 1 Turn on . The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next.... 4 To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. These options restore your computer-...
...in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore. Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 1 Turn on . The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next.... 4 To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. These options restore your computer-...
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... your computer. • ContactUs - Double-Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Double-click the icon to open the home page to access: • Self Help - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your feedback for your computer. • About Your... System - Click to contact Dell about the Dell Support Center. Accessing the Dell Support Center Access the Dell Support Center from the Start menu, go to support...
... your computer. • ContactUs - Double-Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Double-click the icon to open the home page to access: • Self Help - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your feedback for your computer. • About Your... System - Click to contact Dell about the Dell Support Center. Accessing the Dell Support Center Access the Dell Support Center from the Start menu, go to support...
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... connected to the jack on the modem (the jack 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. C H E 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 - Windows XP 1 Click Start and click My ...for a dial tone. The User Account Control window may appear. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... connected to the jack on the modem (the jack 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. C H E 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 - Windows XP 1 Click Start and click My ...for a dial tone. The User Account Control window may appear. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Setup Guide
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...the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back... 32 Multimedia Control Keys 34 Using the Optical Drive 36 Display Features 38 Removing and Replacing the Battery 40 Software Features 42 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 43 Dell Dock 44 Solving Problems 45 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46 Power Problems 47 3
...the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back... 32 Multimedia Control Keys 34 Using the Optical Drive 36 Display Features 38 Removing and Replacing the Battery 40 Software Features 42 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 43 Dell Dock 44 Solving Problems 45 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46 Power Problems 47 3
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... Problems 48 Lockups and Software Problems 48 Using Support Tools 52 Dell Support Center 52 My Dell Downloads 53 System Messages 54 Hardware Troubleshooter 55 Dell Diagnostics 56 Restoring Your Operating System 60 System Restore 61 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 62 System Recovery Media 64 Dell Factory Image Restore 65 Getting Help 67 Technical Support and...
... Problems 48 Lockups and Software Problems 48 Using Support Tools 52 Dell Support Center 52 My Dell Downloads 53 System Messages 54 Hardware Troubleshooter 55 Dell Diagnostics 56 Restoring Your Operating System 60 System Restore 61 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 62 System Recovery Media 64 Dell Factory Image Restore 65 Getting Help 67 Technical Support and...
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... when you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes 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...
... when you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes 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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NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 64. 11 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 64. 11 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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... Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia You can access the service on your computer using a password‑protected account. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your own CDs/DVDs, listen to music and Internet radio stations. Dell ...that can download or copy pictures and video files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. To schedule backups: 1. Optional software applications enable ...
... Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia You can access the service on your computer using a password‑protected account. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your own CDs/DVDs, listen to music and Internet radio stations. Dell ...that can download or copy pictures and video files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. To schedule backups: 1. Optional software applications enable ...
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...your hardware and operating system configurations; From this website you can download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. Get Help - Backup and Recovery - Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your own backup media. Some of the software ... the screen to register and download the software. 3. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. System Performance Improvement Offers - To register...
...your hardware and operating system configurations; From this website you can download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. Get Help - Backup and Recovery - Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your own backup media. Some of the software ... the screen to register and download the software. 3. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. System Performance Improvement Offers - To register...
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... 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 permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your data files before using these options. INSPIRON...
... 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 permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your data files before using these options. INSPIRON...
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...internal hardware. Turn on page 65) to restore your operating system. 62 You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup 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. CAUTION...: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to : • Backup and restore your computer. 2. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System...
...internal hardware. Turn on page 65) to restore your operating system. 62 You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup 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. CAUTION...: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to : • Backup and restore your computer. 2. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System...
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...that allow you ordered it at support.dell.com. Follow the instructions on your computer, if you to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. then, shut down your computer based on the amount of purchase. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions ...on the taskbar. 2. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to complete the upgrade. 63 NOTE:...
...that allow you ordered it at support.dell.com. Follow the instructions on your computer, if you to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. then, shut down your computer based on the amount of purchase. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions ...on the taskbar. 2. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to complete the upgrade. 63 NOTE:...
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... then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media: 1. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Follow the instructions on your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to... the operating state it is designed to preserve the data files on your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. NOTE:...
... then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media: 1. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Follow the instructions on your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to... the operating state it is designed to preserve the data files on your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. NOTE:...
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...the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your computer and try again. 3. To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. 66 NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may take ...to reboot the system. Restoring Your Operating System Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Turn on as a local user. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout ...
...the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your computer and try again. 3. To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. 66 NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may take ...to reboot the system. Restoring Your Operating System Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Turn on as a local user. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout ...
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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 memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 64 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56 "My Dell Downloads" on page 53 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
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 memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 64 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56 "My Dell Downloads" on page 53 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...