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... and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device category to expand... the Components category. Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. Finding Information 27 Exporting System Information as a Text File 1 Click Start or ...
... and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device category to expand... the Components category. Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. Finding Information 27 Exporting System Information as a Text File 1 Click Start or ...
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... is available for other standard operations. Drives and Media 77 A list of hard drive space used by Shadow Storage: 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right-click Command Prompt. Shadow Storage Shadow Storage is displayed. The free space on drive C (the hard drive) is space reserved on the hard drive...
... is available for other standard operations. Drives and Media 77 A list of hard drive space used by Shadow Storage: 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right-click Command Prompt. Shadow Storage Shadow Storage is displayed. The free space on drive C (the hard drive) is space reserved on the hard drive...
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... DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right-click Command Prompt. 3 Click Run as administrator. 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin resize shadowstorage /On=C: /Maxsize...
... DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right-click Command Prompt. 3 Click Run as administrator. 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin resize shadowstorage /On=C: /Maxsize...
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... the Start menu, use the Control Panel to another using the Files and Settings Transfer wizard in Windows XP: 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools. 2 Select Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 3 Follow the instructions on the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. Transferring Files Between Computers Running Windows XP...
... the Start menu, use the Control Panel to another using the Files and Settings Transfer wizard in Windows XP: 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools. 2 Select Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 3 Follow the instructions on the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. Transferring Files Between Computers Running Windows XP...
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..., do one of the following : • If you are backing up files and folders to a file. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode in Click to select the check box for the backup (.bkf) file, or click the Browse button to...
..., do one of the following : • If you are backing up files and folders to a file. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode in Click to select the check box for the backup (.bkf) file, or click the Browse button to...
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... backed-up files and folders. 5 Select whether to hide the drive and make the drive visible. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode. 3 On the Restore and Manage Media tab, select the files and folders you want to restore. 4 Select the...
... backed-up files and folders. 5 Select whether to hide the drive and make the drive visible. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode. 3 On the Restore and Manage Media tab, select the files and folders you want to restore. 4 Select the...
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... performance thresholds. • Configure and log user defined events. • Customize application key strokes. Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Cleanup. 2 Disk Cleanup calculates how much space on your drive will be free if you run the cleanup. 3 Click OK...
... performance thresholds. • Configure and log user defined events. • Customize application key strokes. Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Cleanup. 2 Disk Cleanup calculates how much space on your drive will be free if you run the cleanup. 3 Click OK...
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...: Why defragment a hard drive? You should perform this procedure regularly, the defragmenting process should take only 5 to 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. The Disk Defragmenter window opens. This reduces the time your computer along with the storage capacity and the amount...
...: Why defragment a hard drive? You should perform this procedure regularly, the defragmenting process should take only 5 to 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. The Disk Defragmenter window opens. This reduces the time your computer along with the storage capacity and the amount...
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otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Windows® XP 1 Click Start System Restore. → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click either Restore my computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs. ...
otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Windows® XP 1 Click Start System Restore. → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click either Restore my computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs. ...
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...Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. If you received your computer. Ensure that Turn off System Restore is automatically disabled. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Restoring Your Operating System 267 Use Dell .... Therefore, the steps below apply only to restore your operating system problem. Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on certain computers. Enabling System Restore NOTE:...
...Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. If you received your computer. Ensure that Turn off System Restore is automatically disabled. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Restoring Your Operating System 267 Use Dell .... Therefore, the steps below apply only to restore your operating system problem. Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on certain computers. Enabling System Restore NOTE:...
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...Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • ...in an environment similar to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start Wizard→ Next. → All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility 2 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information....
...Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • ...in an environment similar to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start Wizard→ Next. → All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility 2 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information....
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...See "Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program" on the computer, do not change the settings for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept... this program to disk, and then click OK. Viewing the BIOS Settings 1 Open System Information by clicking the Start button and selecting All Programs. 2 Click Accessories...
...See "Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program" on the computer, do not change the settings for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept... this program to disk, and then click OK. Viewing the BIOS Settings 1 Open System Information by clicking the Start button and selecting All Programs. 2 Click Accessories...
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... system, enter your questions about Dell™ hardware. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for a more information, go to the proper support personnel. Dell Support Service NOTE: Some of Dell Support online services and features. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the...
... system, enter your questions about Dell™ hardware. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for a more information, go to the proper support personnel. Dell Support Service NOTE: Some of Dell Support online services and features. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the...
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... Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 336), indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). 4 Include any accessories that belong with your computer. Before You Call NOTE: Have your computer before you call... Dell for assistance and call more efficiently. If possible, turn on your Express Service Code ready when you assume the risk of your ...
... Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 336), indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). 4 Include any accessories that belong with your computer. Before You Call NOTE: Have your computer before you call... Dell for assistance and call more efficiently. If possible, turn on your Express Service Code ready when you assume the risk of your ...
Setup Guide
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... • About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer) • Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To Help with.../Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows Vista) • Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to run the application. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need.
... • About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer) • Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To Help with.../Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows Vista) • Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to run the application. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need.
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...any necessary procedures. If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. See "Solving Problems... 46. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for information and procedures that the support staff can complete the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience...
...any necessary procedures. If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. See "Solving Problems... 46. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for information and procedures that the support staff can complete the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience...
Setup Guide
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...on the outside of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for the return. 4. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned, whether for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 45), indicating the tests that are also responsible for credit. 6. You are ...44 You are not accepted. 8. Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) packages are responsible for your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 46. 3. Include a copy of the box. 2. Include a copy of the preceding requirements will be returned in the original (or ...
...on the outside of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for the return. 4. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned, whether for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 45), indicating the tests that are also responsible for credit. 6. You are ...44 You are not accepted. 8. Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) packages are responsible for your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 46. 3. Include a copy of the box. 2. Include a copy of the preceding requirements will be returned in the original (or ...