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Question posted by stupground on August 31st, 2014

Can I Factory Reset My Dell M5030 Without The Disc

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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on November 20th, 2014 2:45 PM
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You can restore your laptop back to its default state without a disc. See "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 62 of the setup guide. If you don't have the setup guide, you can download it here.

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Setup Guide - Page 12

Setting Up Your Inspiron 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. 10 The system...
Setup Guide - Page 13

...; Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 61. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop...
Setup Guide - Page 40

... to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to disc, saved on your computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com/manuals or at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All...
Setup Guide - Page 58

... ship with your data files before using any of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer using these options. If possible, backup your computer. 56 INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 76

... Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model DellInspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System Chipset Inspiron N5020 Intel HM57 Inspiron M5030 AMD M880G Inspiron N5030 Intel GM45 Processor Inspiron N5020 Inspiron M5030 Inspiron N5030 Intel® Core™ i3 Intel Pentium® Dual-Core Intel Celeron...
Service Guide - Page 1

... indicates either trademarks or registered trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical Drive Wireless Mini-Card Internal...
Service Guide - Page 2

...l Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Damage due to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this document may...your own personal safety. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working ...
Service Guide - Page 4

...right of product in the Enter a service tag: field, click Go, and proceed to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag ...Model list. d. Click BIOS. 5. Click Download Now to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when ...
Service Guide - Page 5

... to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module...connector on your computer. Remove the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the battery ...
Service Guide - Page 7

...: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Remove the battery (see Removing the Palm Rest). ... (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Camera Module DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing...
Service Guide - Page 9

...the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Slide the coin-cell ... (see Replacing the Battery). Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery...
Service Guide - Page 10

.... Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Processor Module 1. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the ...rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Back to Contents Page Processor Module DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before...
Service Guide - Page 12

...the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding...the processor heat sink. Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat...
Service Guide - Page 14

... a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board and remove it from the connector on your warranty. Back to Contents Page Display DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized...
Service Guide - Page 19

... housing of the hard drive. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see Removing the ...drive connector on your computer). Back to Contents Page Hard Drive DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING...
Service Guide - Page 21

...to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Palm Rest). 5. Remove the palm... the Power Button Module 1. Back to Contents Page Power Button Module DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Power Button Module Replacing the Power Button Module...
Service Guide - Page 23

...DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell... on your computer). Ease the keyboard up and slide the five tabs at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the ...
Service Guide - Page 26

... memory module pops up. 5. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Use your fingertips to Contents Page Memory Module(s) DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not...
Service Guide - Page 28

...that secures the wireless Mini-Card to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Wireless Mini-Card Replacing the Wireless ... in it in protective antistatic packaging (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Protecting Against Electrostatic...
Service Guide - Page 30

...the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the battery (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Remove the keyboard (...battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Back to Contents Page Optical Drive DellInspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive WARNING: ...

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