Service Manual
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... Model. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to save the file on the screen. If you have your computer. b Enter your desktop. The File Download window appears. 6 Click Save to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your...
... Model. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to save the file on the screen. If you have your computer. b Enter your desktop. The File Download window appears. 6 Click Save to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your...
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8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 116 Flashing the BIOS
8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 116 Flashing the BIOS
Setup Guide
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... To set up Ubuntu for your computer unusable and you will take some time to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the ...instructions on the screen. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 The Windows setup screens will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. See the Ubuntu documentation for the first time, follow the instructions on the ...
... To set up Ubuntu for your computer unusable and you will take some time to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the ...instructions on the screen. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 The Windows setup screens will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. See the Ubuntu documentation for the first time, follow the instructions on the ...
Setup Guide
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... Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support....dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on page 69. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. NOTE: It is recommended that the...
... Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support....dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on page 69. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. NOTE: It is recommended that the...
Setup Guide
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Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 13
Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 13
Setup Guide
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...your original order, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one from dell.com. To complete setting up your wireless router. Click Start → Control Panel.... NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on the screen to the telephone wall connector before you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to...setup. 16 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to a network. 5. If an external USB modem...
...your original order, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one from dell.com. To complete setting up your wireless router. Click Start → Control Panel.... NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on the screen to the telephone wall connector before you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to...setup. 16 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to a network. 5. If an external USB modem...
Setup Guide
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Contact your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your Internet connection: 1. NOTE: If you cannot ... know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the ISP might...
Contact your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your Internet connection: 1. NOTE: If you cannot ... know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the ISP might...
Setup Guide
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... of the active window. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to increase or decrease the magnification of the active window. 37 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to flip content in the active window. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to flip content forward or backward...
... of the active window. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to increase or decrease the magnification of the active window. 37 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to flip content in the active window. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to flip content forward or backward...
Setup Guide
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... area of your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on the screen. 51 Follow the instructions on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. You...
... area of your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on the screen. 51 Follow the instructions on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. You...
Setup Guide
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...a desired location on Dell Stage. • ... globe. Draw and edit pictures. • Documents - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to the Documents folder ... the Internet. • YouPaint - To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. The following are the applications available on ...songs when connected to radio stations from the All Programs menu. You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Provides quick access ...
...a desired location on Dell Stage. • ... globe. Draw and edit pictures. • Documents - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to the Documents folder ... the Internet. • YouPaint - To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. The following are the applications available on ...songs when connected to radio stations from the All Programs menu. You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Provides quick access ...
Setup Guide
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... response by pressing a key on your computer. To run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in... its documentation or on the screen. 58 NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart...
... response by pressing a key on your computer. To run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in... its documentation or on the screen. 58 NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart...
Setup Guide
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... options. For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your new Dell computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. Some of your own backup media. Backup and Recovery - To register and ...in all regions. Using Support Tools Detailed System Information - access copies of the software pre-installed on the screen to DellSupportCenter.com. View detailed information about Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools, go to register and download the software....
... options. For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your new Dell computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. Some of your own backup media. Backup and Recovery - To register and ...in all regions. Using Support Tools Detailed System Information - access copies of the software pre-installed on the screen to DellSupportCenter.com. View detailed information about Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools, go to register and download the software....
Setup Guide
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... Restore does not monitor your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to your computer are an administrator on the screen.
... Restore does not monitor your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to your computer are an administrator on the screen.
Setup Guide
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... base article 353560 at the time of purchase. Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in the notification area of the data to be installed on the screen. NOTE: The restoration process may be restored. Follow the ...instructions on the size of your computer, if you ordered it at support.dell.com. Click Upgrade Now! 3. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. 68 Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your...
... base article 353560 at the time of purchase. Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in the notification area of the data to be installed on the screen. NOTE: The restoration process may be restored. Follow the ...instructions on the size of your computer, if you ordered it at support.dell.com. Click Upgrade Now! 3. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. 68 Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your...
Setup Guide
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...failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media: 1. then, shut down your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to wait until you purchased the computer while ...preserving the data files on the screen. 69 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Follow the instructions on your computer. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer,...
...failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media: 1. then, shut down your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to wait until you purchased the computer while ...preserving the data files on the screen. 69 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Follow the instructions on your computer. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on your computer,...
Setup Guide
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...a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want... to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. Select the check box to confirm that you may take five or more minutes to select Dell... the User name field, then click OK. 6. The restore process begins and may need to complete. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on as a ...
...a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want... to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. Select the check box to confirm that you may take five or more minutes to select Dell... the User name field, then click OK. 6. The restore process begins and may need to complete. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on as a ...