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...device name and related setting and configuration information. Exporting System Information as a Text File 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 On the File menu, click Export. 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select...Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 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 ...
...device name and related setting and configuration information. Exporting System Information as a Text File 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 On the File menu, click Export. 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select...Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 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 ...
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... of drives and storage devices appears. 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. Drives and Media Freeing up Hard Drive Space Microsoft® Windows Vista® reserves approximately 1 GB on page 265). The free...
... of drives and storage devices appears. 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. Drives and Media Freeing up Hard Drive Space Microsoft® Windows Vista® reserves approximately 1 GB on page 265). The free...
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..., thus easily replacing it in most applications. The Command Prompt displays the amount 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...
..., thus easily replacing it in most applications. The Command Prompt displays the amount 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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If Windows Easy Transfer is not listed in Windows XP: 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools. 2 Select Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 3 Follow the instructions on the Back up your entire computer or just certain files and folders. 3 ...
If Windows Easy Transfer is not listed in Windows XP: 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools. 2 Select Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 3 Follow the instructions on the Back up your entire computer or just certain files and folders. 3 ...
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... access the Backup or Restore Wizard and click Next and Finish where appropriate without changing settings. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode in the Backup or Restore Wizard. 3 On the Backup tab→ Job→ New. 4 Specify the files and...
... access the Backup or Restore Wizard and click Next and Finish where appropriate without changing settings. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode in the Backup or Restore Wizard. 3 On the Backup tab→ Job→ New. 4 Specify the files and...
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... computer. 3 Click Continue on User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions on your computer. 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 must first unhide any hidden...
... computer. 3 Click Continue on User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions on your computer. 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 must first unhide any hidden...
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These characteristics may include voltages, fan speeds, usage, temperatures and more. 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. ...
These characteristics may include voltages, fan speeds, usage, temperatures and more. 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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You should take only 5 to 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. HINT: Why defragment a hard drive? This window lists the hard drives on your computer spends to determine if you ...
You should take only 5 to 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. HINT: Why defragment a hard drive? This window lists the hard drives on your computer spends to determine if you ...
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Windows Vista® 1 Click Start . 2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Windows Vista 1 Click Start . 2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . 3 ..., or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. Windows® XP 1 Click Start System Restore. → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click either Restore my computer to an earlier time or Create a restore point. 3 Click Next and follow the remaining prompts...
Windows Vista® 1 Click Start . 2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Windows Vista 1 Click Start . 2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . 3 ..., or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. Windows® XP 1 Click Start System Restore. → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click either Restore my computer to an earlier time or Create a restore point. 3 Click Next and follow the remaining prompts...
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... of low disk space. Windows XP 1 Click Start System Restore. → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 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. Use...
... of low disk space. Windows XP 1 Click Start System Restore. → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 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. Use...
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... 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 the program is compatible with the operating system installed on page 337. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see if that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting Other Software Problems CHECK...
... 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 the program is compatible with the operating system installed on page 337. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see if that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting Other Software Problems CHECK...
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...that may/may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. NOTE: It is available or ... not change the settings for more information. Viewing the BIOS Settings 1 Open System Information by clicking the Start button and selecting All Programs. 2 Click Accessories→ System Tools → System Information. 3 Locate the BIOS Version/Date item in the BIOS, such as date and time or system password. ...
...that may/may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. NOTE: It is available or ... not change the settings for more information. Viewing the BIOS Settings 1 Open System Information by clicking the Start button and selecting All Programs. 2 Click Accessories→ System Tools → System Information. 3 Locate the BIOS Version/Date item in the BIOS, such as date and time or system password. ...
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...procedures. Call your region or go to provide fast, accurate answers. 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 Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.... See "Online Services" on page 332. To contact Dell's support service, see "Before You Call" on page 335, and then...
...procedures. Call your region or go to provide fast, accurate answers. 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 Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.... See "Online Services" on page 332. To contact Dell's support service, see "Before You Call" on page 335, and then...
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..., and so on) if the return is available. Remember to be returned in the original (or equivalent) packing materials. Ensure that are missing any accessories that you call Dell for your call . Returns that the computer documentation is for credit. 5 Pack the equipment to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see the Regulatory...
..., and so on) if the return is available. Remember to be returned in the original (or equivalent) packing materials. Ensure that are missing any accessories that you call Dell for your call . Returns that the computer documentation is for credit. 5 Pack the equipment to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see the Regulatory...
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... and folders on Your User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions in the Back up computer. 3. Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Backup. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 25 Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center→ Transfer files and settings. 2.
... and folders on Your User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions in the Back up computer. 3. Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Backup. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 25 Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center→ Transfer files and settings. 2.
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... troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Windows Vista 1. Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard. 2. If a solid blue screen appears - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Click Start → Control...
... troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Windows Vista 1. Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard. 2. If a solid blue screen appears - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Click Start → Control...
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INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find service, support, and system-specific information you identify the cause and action needed to run the application. The home page .... System Messages If your system's model number along with PCCheckUp) • About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help you need. Click the icon...
INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find service, support, and system-specific information you identify the cause and action needed to run the application. The home page .... System Messages If your system's model number along with PCCheckUp) • About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help you need. Click the icon...
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Click Start . 2. otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to continue the desired action. 3. In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you undo the last system restore, save ... restoration is complete. 1. Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the computer, click Continue; Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore. 2. Click Start . 2. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not...
Click Start . 2. otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to continue the desired action. 3. In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you undo the last system restore, save ... restoration is complete. 1. Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the computer, click Continue; Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore. 2. Click Start . 2. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not...
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... files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data 40 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore. 2. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your operating system problem. Follow the ...only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or on the screen. Windows XP: Using Dell™ PC Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs...
... files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data 40 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore. 2. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your operating system problem. Follow the ...only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or on the screen. Windows XP: Using Dell™ PC Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs...
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INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on availability. 45 See "Solving Problems" on page 46 for a more extensive list of online services available at the computer so that pertain to run Dell Diagnostics. 3. Use Dell...'s extensive suite of Dell Support online. 5. If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, ...
INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on availability. 45 See "Solving Problems" on page 46 for a more extensive list of online services available at the computer so that pertain to run Dell Diagnostics. 3. Use Dell...'s extensive suite of Dell Support online. 5. If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, ...