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... Operating System 42 System Restore 43 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 44 System Recovery Media 46 Dell Factory Image Restore 47 Getting Help 50 Technical Support and Customer Service 51 DellConnect 51 Online Services 52 Automated Order-Status Service 53 Product ...Information 53 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 54 Before You Call 55 Contacting Dell 56 Finding More ...
... Operating System 42 System Restore 43 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 44 System Recovery Media 46 Dell Factory Image Restore 47 Getting Help 50 Technical Support and Customer Service 51 DellConnect 51 Online Services 52 Automated Order-Status Service 53 Product ...Information 53 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 54 Before You Call 55 Contacting Dell 56 Finding More ...
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If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer Operating...the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 42 INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your ...
If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer Operating...the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 42 INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your ...
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... regions. Follow the instructions on page 47) to restore your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on the remaining screens. 44 Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any files or...
... regions. Follow the instructions on page 47) to restore your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on the remaining screens. 44 Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any files or...
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... instructions on your computer to the operating state it was in when you to: • Backup and restore your computer. 4. then, shut down your computer. 2. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files. Turn on the screen. ...You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory ...
... instructions on your computer to the operating state it was in when you to: • Backup and restore your computer. 4. then, shut down your computer. 2. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files. Turn on the screen. ...You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory ...
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... the screen to complete the recovery process. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on page 44) to wait until you received your computer. Follow the instructions on certain computers. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes...
... the screen to complete the recovery process. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on page 44) to wait until you received your computer. Follow the instructions on certain computers. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes...
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...drive to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Select Repair Your Computer. Restoring Your Operating System You can use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Data files include documents, ... added since you purchased the computer. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 48 If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. This option restores your operating system. then, shut down your...
...drive to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Select Repair Your Computer. Restoring Your Operating System You can use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Data files include documents, ... added since you purchased the computer. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 48 If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. This option restores your operating system. then, shut down your...
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... that you do not want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to proceed with Dell Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. The Confirm...
... that you do not want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to proceed with Dell Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. The Confirm...
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INSPIRON Index C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 61 computer capabilities 24 connect(ing) optional network cable 10 Contacting Dell online 56 customer service 51 D DellConnect 51 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 26 Dell Diagnostics 38 Dell Factory Image Restore 47 66 Diagnostic Checklist 55 drivers and downloads 59 E eject button 18, 19 e-mail addresses for technical support 52 F front-view connectors 18 FTP login, anonymous 52 H hard drive type 60 hard-drive activity light 19
INSPIRON Index C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 61 computer capabilities 24 connect(ing) optional network cable 10 Contacting Dell online 56 customer service 51 D DellConnect 51 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 26 Dell Diagnostics 38 Dell Factory Image Restore 47 66 Diagnostic Checklist 55 drivers and downloads 59 E eject button 18, 19 e-mail addresses for technical support 52 F front-view connectors 18 FTP login, anonymous 52 H hard drive type 60 hard-drive activity light 19
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hardware problems diagnosing 37 Hardware Troubleshooter 37 headphone front connector 19 I Internet connection 15 ISP Internet Service Provider 15 M memory problems solving 31 memory support 61 N network connection fixing 28 network connector location 23 O order status 53 P power button 18 power problems, solving 29 problems, solving 27 processor 60 products information and purchasing 53 R restoring factory image 47 Index 67
hardware problems diagnosing 37 Hardware Troubleshooter 37 headphone front connector 19 I Internet connection 15 ISP Internet Service Provider 15 M memory problems solving 31 memory support 61 N network connection fixing 28 network connector location 23 O order status 53 P power button 18 power problems, solving 29 problems, solving 27 processor 60 products information and purchasing 53 R restoring factory image 47 Index 67