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...Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your XPS Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back... and Indicators 40 Disabling Battery Charging 42 Using the Optical Drive 43 Software Features 44 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 45 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 48 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 50 Dell Stage 50 Free Fall Sensor 52 Solving Problems 53 Beep Codes 53 Network Problems 54 3
...Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your XPS Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back... and Indicators 40 Disabling Battery Charging 42 Using the Optical Drive 43 Software Features 44 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 45 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 48 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 50 Dell Stage 50 Free Fall Sensor 52 Solving Problems 53 Beep Codes 53 Network Problems 54 3
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... Memory Problems 56 Lockups and Software Problems 57 Using Support Tools 59 Dell Support Center 59 My Dell Downloads 60 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 Dell Diagnostics 61 Restoring Your Operating System 63 System Restore 64 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 65 System Recovery Media 67 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Getting Help 70 Technical Support and Customer Service...
... Memory Problems 56 Lockups and Software Problems 57 Using Support Tools 59 Dell Support Center 59 My Dell Downloads 60 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 Dell Diagnostics 61 Restoring Your Operating System 63 System Restore 64 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 65 System Recovery Media 67 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Getting Help 70 Technical Support and Customer Service...
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You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You can be used to restore your computer to the hardware, ... if changes to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a 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...
You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You can be used to restore your computer to the hardware, ... if changes to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a 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...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 67. 11 Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 67. 11 Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
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..., go to your favorite media and multi-touch applications. To schedule backups: 1. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like...
..., go to your favorite media and multi-touch applications. To schedule backups: 1. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like...
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Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. System Performance Improvement Offers- For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Go to register and download the software. 3. access copies of the software pre-installed on the screen to DownloadStore.dell.com/media. 2. This software is available on . Follow the instructions...
Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. System Performance Improvement Offers- For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Go to register and download the software. 3. access copies of the software pre-installed on the screen to DownloadStore.dell.com/media. 2. This software is available on . Follow the instructions...
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...possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and 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 when .... 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 or the Operating System disc to...
...possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and 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 when .... 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 or the Operating System disc to...
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... your computer, while preserving the data files. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 68) to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)" on ) connected to the operating state it ...is not available on your operating system. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on page 10) Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore...
... your computer, while preserving the data files. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 68) to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)" on ) connected to the operating state it ...is not available on your operating system. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on page 10) Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore...
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... Now! 3. NOTE: For more depending on file types • Backup files to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Turn on your computer, if you to: • Backup and restore your desktop. 2. then, shut down your computer...provides additional features that allow you ordered it at support.dell.com. 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 instructions on the screen....
... Now! 3. NOTE: For more depending on file types • Backup files to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Turn on your computer, if you to: • Backup and restore your desktop. 2. then, shut down your computer...provides additional features that allow you ordered it at support.dell.com. 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 instructions on the screen....
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...that prevents data from the list and press . 4. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the operating system and Dell factory-installed software on the screen. 67 Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. When ...the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Use the system recovery media in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer. NOTE: If you wait too ...
...that prevents data from the list and press . 4. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the operating system and Dell factory-installed software on the screen. 67 Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. When ...the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Use the system recovery media in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer. NOTE: If you wait too ...
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..., type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Select the check box to confirm that you do not want...click Cancel. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. 3. The restore process begins and may need to...
..., type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Select the check box to confirm that you do not want...click Cancel. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. 3. The restore process begins and may need to...
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You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to : See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 67 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 59 upgrade your computer with new or additional components...
You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to : See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 67 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 59 upgrade your computer with new or additional components...
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 50 C calling Dell 75 Camera 39 CDs, playing and creating 45 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 77 customer service 71 88 D DataSafe Local Backup 65 DellConnect 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Dell Stage 50 Diagnostic Checklist 76 discs ejecting 43 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 E email addresses for technical support 72
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 50 C calling Dell 75 Camera 39 CDs, playing and creating 45 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 77 customer service 71 88 D DataSafe Local Backup 65 DellConnect 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Dell Stage 50 Diagnostic Checklist 76 discs ejecting 43 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 E email addresses for technical support 72
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Index R resources, finding more 78 restoring factory image 68 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 74 software features 44 software problems 57 solving problems 53 specifications 80 support email addresses 72 support sites worldwide 72 System Recovery Media 67 system reinstall options 63 System Restore 64 90 System Setup entering 36 function key behavior 36 T Touch Pad Gestures 32 U USB PowerShare 23 W warranty returns 74 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 57 Windows Mobility Center 36 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 54
Index R resources, finding more 78 restoring factory image 68 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 74 software features 44 software problems 57 solving problems 53 specifications 80 support email addresses 72 support sites worldwide 72 System Recovery Media 67 system reinstall options 63 System Restore 64 90 System Setup entering 36 function key behavior 36 T Touch Pad Gestures 32 U USB PowerShare 23 W warranty returns 74 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 57 Windows Mobility Center 36 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 54