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Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Press the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Install the SIM Card (Optional 14 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 16 Set Up Wireless Display...
Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Press the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Install the SIM Card (Optional 14 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 16 Set Up Wireless Display...
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Contents Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 48 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional 56 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 57 Free Fall Sensor 61 Solving Problems 63 ...Lockups and Software Problems 68 Using Support Tools 70 Dell Support Center 70 My Dell Downloads 71 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 Dell Diagnostics 72 Restoring Your Operating System 77 System Restore 78 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 System Recovery Media 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Getting Help 85 Technical ...
Contents Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 48 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional 56 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 57 Free Fall Sensor 61 Solving Problems 63 ...Lockups and Software Problems 68 Using Support Tools 70 Dell Support Center 70 My Dell Downloads 71 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 Dell Diagnostics 72 Restoring Your Operating System 77 System Restore 78 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 System Recovery Media 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Getting Help 85 Technical ...
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...your computer 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-ray Disc NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 12 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...
...your computer 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-ray Disc NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 12 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...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 8). 2. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Follow the instructions on page 81. 13 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 8). 2. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Follow the instructions on page 81. 13 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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... Follow the instructions on Dell Stage. • Minimize - To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. Drag the Dell Stage window to DellDataSafe.com...password‑protected account. You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of... for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Dell Stage can also be launched from catastrophic incidents...
... Follow the instructions on Dell Stage. • Minimize - To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. Drag the Dell Stage window to DellDataSafe.com...password‑protected account. You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of... for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Dell Stage can also be launched from catastrophic incidents...
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... or create your own backup media. Get Help - Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. For more information about your system performance. Follow the instructions on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. View detailed information about Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support...
... or create your own backup media. Get Help - Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. For more information about your system performance. Follow the instructions on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. View detailed information about Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support...
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... 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 reinstall only the operating system on your computer. If 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 ...
... 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 reinstall only the operating system on your computer. If 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 ...
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.... Create backup media of applications you need to install on your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it is not available on page 82) to restore...
.... Create backup media of applications you need to install on your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it is not available on page 82) to restore...
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... Your Computer. 6. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. then, shut down your computer and try again. 5. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the size of the data to wait until you see knowledge base article 353560... at support.dell.com. 80 Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on your computer. 2. NOTE: If ...
... Your Computer. 6. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. then, shut down your computer and try again. 5. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the size of the data to wait until you see knowledge base article 353560... at support.dell.com. 80 Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on your computer. 2. NOTE: If ...
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... to return your hard drive to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be installed on your computer, if you ordered it at the time of purchase. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is recommended that allow you to... on the screen. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents data from being recovered. 81 Click UPGRADE NOW! 3. Use the system recovery media in the notification area of the recovery options installed on your computer. •...
... to return your hard drive to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be installed on your computer, if you ordered it at the time of purchase. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is recommended that allow you to... on the screen. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents data from being recovered. 81 Click UPGRADE NOW! 3. Use the system recovery media in the notification area of the recovery options installed on your computer. •...
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...possible, back up the data before using the system recovery media: 1. Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to ...restore your operating system. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve...
...possible, back up the data before using the system recovery media: 1. Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to ...restore your operating system. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve...
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...Image Restore. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 83 then, shut down your hard drive to the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 6. To access the recovery options, log on ...configuration, you may need to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4.
...Image Restore. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 83 then, shut down your hard drive to the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 6. To access the recovery options, log on ...configuration, you may need to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4.
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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 81 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 70 upgrade your computer with new or additional...
.... 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 81 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 70 upgrade your computer with new or additional...
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Index A airflow, allowing 7 Audio control panel 43 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 33 B-CAS card 14 C calling Dell 91 Camera 47 CDs, playing and creating 53 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 7 connect(ing) to the Internet 22 Contacting Dell online 93 Control strip 33 customer service 86 D DataSafe Local Backup 79 DellConnect 86 Dell Diagnostics 72 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Dell Stage 54 Diagnostic Checklist 92 drivers and downloads 95 DVDs, playing and creating 53 E email addresses for technical support 87 105
Index A airflow, allowing 7 Audio control panel 43 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 33 B-CAS card 14 C calling Dell 91 Camera 47 CDs, playing and creating 53 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 7 connect(ing) to the Internet 22 Contacting Dell online 93 Control strip 33 customer service 86 D DataSafe Local Backup 79 DellConnect 86 Dell Diagnostics 72 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Dell Stage 54 Diagnostic Checklist 92 drivers and downloads 95 DVDs, playing and creating 53 E email addresses for technical support 87 105
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products information and purchasing 88 R resources, finding more 94 restoring factory image 82 S setup, before you begin 7 shipping products for return or repair 89 SIM card 14 software features 52 software problems 68 solving problems 63 specifications 96 support email addresses 87 support sites worldwide 87 System Recovery Media 81 system reinstall options 77 System Restore 78 System Setup entering 40 function key behavior 40 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 Touch screen Gestures 48 TV tuner 19 U USB PowerShare 27 W warranty returns 89 Windows Index 107
products information and purchasing 88 R resources, finding more 94 restoring factory image 82 S setup, before you begin 7 shipping products for return or repair 89 SIM card 14 software features 52 software problems 68 solving problems 63 specifications 96 support email addresses 87 support sites worldwide 87 System Recovery Media 81 system reinstall options 77 System Restore 78 System Setup entering 40 function key behavior 40 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 Touch screen Gestures 48 TV tuner 19 U USB PowerShare 27 W warranty returns 89 Windows Index 107