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... What Is a Driver 118 Identifying Drivers 118 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 119 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 121 Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 122 Using Windows Vista System...
... What Is a Driver 118 Identifying Drivers 118 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 119 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 121 Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 122 Using Windows Vista System...
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... reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. After you ordered. To reinstall your DVD varies based on your computer. Finding Information 17 See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your computer. NOTE: The color of your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to...
... reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. After you ordered. To reinstall your DVD varies based on your computer. Finding Information 17 See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your computer. NOTE: The color of your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to...
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... and Sound. 3 Click Keyboard. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad Opens the Search Results dialog box. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page...keyboard shortcut to a network). Starts Windows Explorer. Restores all open windows. Opens the Run dialog box. Opens the System Properties dialog box. 3D Windows Flip on Windows Vista Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations If Dell QuickSet is connected to activate a different power management ...
... and Sound. 3 Click Keyboard. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad Opens the Search Results dialog box. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page...keyboard shortcut to a network). Starts Windows Explorer. Restores all open windows. Opens the Run dialog box. Opens the System Properties dialog box. 3D Windows Flip on Windows Vista Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations If Dell QuickSet is connected to activate a different power management ...
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... testing of "good" restore points, and other maintenance activities designed to customers in the notification area of your NOTE: The icon functions vary depending on support.dell.com. Dell PC CheckUp Dell PC Checkup is checked. To access Dell Support 3: • Click the Dell Support 3 icon Windows desktop... issue quickly. or • Click the Microsoft® Windows Vista® Start button → All Programs→ Dell Support 3→ Dell Support Settings. in the U.S. A typical tune-up ". Ensure that you run PC Checkup on a regular basis or before contacting...
... testing of "good" restore points, and other maintenance activities designed to customers in the notification area of your NOTE: The icon functions vary depending on support.dell.com. Dell PC CheckUp Dell PC Checkup is checked. To access Dell Support 3: • Click the Dell Support 3 icon Windows desktop... issue quickly. or • Click the Microsoft® Windows Vista® Start button → All Programs→ Dell Support 3→ Dell Support Settings. in the U.S. A typical tune-up ". Ensure that you run PC Checkup on a regular basis or before contacting...
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...Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may be malfunctioning. OF - O F - U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I S N O T R E A D Y - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. A chip on page 89). The battery is running out of charge. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to restore...M O D E - TI M E- The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may require recharging. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I B L E...
...Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may be malfunctioning. OF - O F - U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I S N O T R E A D Y - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. A chip on page 89). The battery is running out of charge. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to restore...M O D E - TI M E- The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may require recharging. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I B L E...
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...next to the device name, you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119). Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer after you may appear. Using Windows Device Driver Rollback...Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for an exclamation point (a...
...next to the device name, you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119). Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer after you may appear. Using Windows Device Driver Rollback...Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for an exclamation point (a...
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For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. The drivers that are used by your computer. If you see the documentation that came installed in your operating system.... program is your first time to use your Drivers and Utilities media. Using the Drivers and Utilities Media If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 122) does not resolve the problem, reinstall the driver from your Drivers and ...
For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. The drivers that are used by your computer. If you see the documentation that came installed in your operating system.... program is your first time to use your Drivers and Utilities media. Using the Drivers and Utilities Media If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 122) does not resolve the problem, reinstall the driver from your Drivers and ...
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... in the Search Help field at the top of important files on page 123. • Dell Factory Image Restore restores your operating system problem. 122 Troubleshooting Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you purchased the... computer. NOTE: If you do not find the answer in the items categorized in Troubleshooting, you can restore your hard drive...
... in the Search Help field at the top of important files on page 123. • Dell Factory Image Restore restores your operating system problem. 122 Troubleshooting Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you purchased the... computer. NOTE: If you do not find the answer in the items categorized in Troubleshooting, you can restore your hard drive...
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NOTICE: Make regular backups of your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for information on page 119) to resolve the problem. In the ... problem, then use Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows Device Driver Rollback" on using System Restore. Under Tasks, click Create a restore point or change settings. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close all 14 items...→ Back...
NOTICE: Make regular backups of your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for information on page 119) to resolve the problem. In the ... problem, then use Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows Device Driver Rollback" on using System Restore. Under Tasks, click Create a restore point or change settings. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close all 14 items...→ Back...
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... any files or programs until the issue is complete. 1 Click Start → Help and Support. 2 Type System Restore in chronological order. 5 Select the Show restore points older than 5 days checkbox to view the complete list of restore points. 6 Select a restore point. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Back Up and...
... any files or programs until the issue is complete. 1 Click Start → Help and Support. 2 Type System Restore in chronological order. 5 Select the Show restore points older than 5 days checkbox to view the complete list of restore points. 6 Select a restore point. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Back Up and...
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... menu on the screen. 3 Press to select Repair Your Computer on the screen. Restoring the Computer to the Default Factory Configuration The Dell Factory Image Restore option allows you to restore your hard drive back to its original factory configuration as a user who has administrative..., and then click OK. 6 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. 7 In the Dell Factory Image Restore window, click Next. 8 Select the Yes, reformat hard drive and restore system software to factory condition checkbox. 9 Click Next. This option appears on Dell computers that were originally pre-installed with Windows...
... menu on the screen. 3 Press to select Repair Your Computer on the screen. Restoring the Computer to the Default Factory Configuration The Dell Factory Image Restore option allows you to restore your hard drive back to its original factory configuration as a user who has administrative..., and then click OK. 6 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. 7 In the Dell Factory Image Restore window, click Next. 8 Select the Yes, reformat hard drive and restore system software to factory condition checkbox. 9 Click Next. This option appears on Dell computers that were originally pre-installed with Windows...
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...• Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: Your Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows Vista System Restore" on ... Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 126 Troubleshooting If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to complete. To reinstall Windows, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. NOTICE: ...
...• Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: Your Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows Vista System Restore" on ... Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 126 Troubleshooting If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to complete. To reinstall Windows, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. NOTICE: ...
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... on the new hard drive (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product Information Guide). 132 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from the bay. NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer..., store it in "Before You Begin" on page 119). Removing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the procedures in protective antistatic packaging (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 122 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 129. 2 Turn the computer ...
... on the new hard drive (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product Information Guide). 132 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from the bay. NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer..., store it in "Before You Begin" on page 119). Removing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the procedures in protective antistatic packaging (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 122 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 129. 2 Turn the computer ...
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Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Remove the new drive from its original, or comparable, foam packaging. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 119). If you use excessive force, you may be damaged in its packaging. Otherwise, the ... Drivers and Utilities" on page 122). 5 Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to Dell in transit. 2 1 1 foam packaging 2 hard drive Adding and Replacing Parts 133
Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Remove the new drive from its original, or comparable, foam packaging. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 119). If you use excessive force, you may be damaged in its packaging. Otherwise, the ... Drivers and Utilities" on page 122). 5 Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to Dell in transit. 2 1 1 foam packaging 2 hard drive Adding and Replacing Parts 133
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... until it is clean and any dirt or lint from the center to the edges until you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored. Do not use alcohol or an ammonia-based cleaner. Do not use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the safety instructions located in... damage to the computer or display, do not wipe the display with soap or alcohol. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.
... until it is clean and any dirt or lint from the center to the edges until you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored. Do not use alcohol or an ammonia-based cleaner. Do not use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the safety instructions located in... damage to the computer or display, do not wipe the display with soap or alcohol. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.
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...appropriate functionality of the computer and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the disc. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Technician assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in a straight line ...from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are covered by the standard Dell limited warranty for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to use on DVDs. You can also purchase commercial ...
...appropriate functionality of the computer and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the disc. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Technician assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in a straight line ...from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are covered by the standard Dell limited warranty for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to use on DVDs. You can also purchase commercial ...
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... is integrated into the hard drive or CD drive. A metal plate on some processors that reads and writes data on which the controller is automatically restored. Glossary 183 When you restart the computer, the memory information that can display an unlimited variety of performing certain tasks simultaneously. A protocol for use in...
... is integrated into the hard drive or CD drive. A metal plate on some processors that reads and writes data on which the controller is automatically restored. Glossary 183 When you restart the computer, the memory information that can display an unlimited variety of performing certain tasks simultaneously. A protocol for use in...
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... drive problems, 97 drive problems, 97 Check Disk, 98 cleaning display, 172 keyboard, 172 media, 173 mouse, 173 touch pad, 173 computer crashes, 107-108 restore to previous operating state, 123 slow performance, 99, 109 specifications, 159 stops responding, 107 connecting audio device, 59 Mobile Broadband network, 80 TV, 59 contacting...
... drive problems, 97 drive problems, 97 Check Disk, 98 cleaning display, 172 keyboard, 172 media, 173 mouse, 173 touch pad, 173 computer crashes, 107-108 restore to previous operating state, 123 slow performance, 99, 109 specifications, 159 stops responding, 107 connecting audio device, 59 Mobile Broadband network, 80 TV, 59 contacting...
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..., 114 volume, 114 specifications, 159 spyware, 99, 109 stolen computer, 87 Subscriber Identity Module, 142 support contacting Dell, 158 support website, 15 System Restore, 122-123 Index 199 See memory regulatory information, 14 reinstalling Windows Vista, 123, 125 resolution setting, 42 S ...conditions, 111 printer, 112 program crashes repeatedly, 108 program stops responding, 108 programs and Windows compatibility, 108 restore computer to previous operating state, 123 restore operating system to previous state, 122 scanner, 113 slow computer performance, 99, 109 software, 107-109 sound...
..., 114 volume, 114 specifications, 159 spyware, 99, 109 stolen computer, 87 Subscriber Identity Module, 142 support contacting Dell, 158 support website, 15 System Restore, 122-123 Index 199 See memory regulatory information, 14 reinstalling Windows Vista, 123, 125 resolution setting, 42 S ...conditions, 111 printer, 112 program crashes repeatedly, 108 program stops responding, 108 programs and Windows compatibility, 108 restore computer to previous operating state, 123 restore operating system to previous state, 122 scanner, 113 slow computer performance, 99, 109 software, 107-109 sound...
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...a new computer, 21 traveling with the computer by air, 152 identification tag, 151 packing, 151 tips, 152 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 89 Hardware Troubleshooter, 121 restore computer to previous operating state, 122-123 TV connecting, 59 U uninterruptible power supply. See UPS UPS, 23 V video... 14 Windows Device Driver Rollback, 119 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 21 Windows Vista Program Compatibility wizard, 108 reinstalling, 123, 125 System Restore, 122-123 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 21 wizards Program Compatibility wizard, 108 Windows Easy Transfer, 21 WLAN, 143 installing Mini-Card,...
...a new computer, 21 traveling with the computer by air, 152 identification tag, 151 packing, 151 tips, 152 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 89 Hardware Troubleshooter, 121 restore computer to previous operating state, 122-123 TV connecting, 59 U uninterruptible power supply. See UPS UPS, 23 V video... 14 Windows Device Driver Rollback, 119 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 21 Windows Vista Program Compatibility wizard, 108 reinstalling, 123, 125 System Restore, 122-123 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 21 wizards Program Compatibility wizard, 108 Windows Easy Transfer, 21 WLAN, 143 installing Mini-Card,...