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... NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for higher performance and fault... tolerance. Working with RAID A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for and attempt recovery of all data. For Windows® XP: Click Start → My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk (C:). 3 Click Properties→ Tools...
... NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Perform regular backups to protect your administrator to continue the desired action. 4 Click to check Scan for higher performance and fault... tolerance. Working with RAID A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for and attempt recovery of all data. For Windows® XP: Click Start → My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk (C:). 3 Click Properties→ Tools...
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...appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on the computer. The restore process begins and may need to reboot the system. 268 Restoring Your Operating System Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 1 Turn on as a local user. The Confirm Data ...Deletion screen appears. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to complete. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on....
...appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on the computer. The restore process begins and may need to reboot the system. 268 Restoring Your Operating System Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 1 Turn on as a local user. The Confirm Data ...Deletion screen appears. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to complete. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on....
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.... • Drivers & Downloads - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your feedback for Dell Support Center application. 286 Troubleshooting Accessing the Dell Support Center Access the Dell Support Center from Dell for your computer. • About Your System - Click to provide your... the icon. Click to access information and documentation for your computing environment. Click to view alerts from the Start menu. The Dell Support Center application is not available from the Start menu, go to access: • Self Help - icon on the taskbar...
.... • Drivers & Downloads - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your feedback for Dell Support Center application. 286 Troubleshooting Accessing the Dell Support Center Access the Dell Support Center from Dell for your computer. • About Your System - Click to provide your... the icon. Click to access information and documentation for your computing environment. Click to view alerts from the Start menu. The Dell Support Center application is not available from the Start menu, go to access: • Self Help - icon on the taskbar...
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...the modem and connect it ). • Ensure that the telephone line is connected to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer has a modem, connect the modem to remove ...; Tools→ Check Now. 4 Click Scan for a dial tone. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you are an administrator on the screen. otherwise, contact your e-mail attachments: 1 In Outlook Express, click Tools→ Options...
...the modem and connect it ). • Ensure that the telephone line is connected to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer has a modem, connect the modem to remove ...; Tools→ Check Now. 4 Click Scan for a dial tone. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you are an administrator on the screen. otherwise, contact your e-mail attachments: 1 In Outlook Express, click Tools→ Options...
Setup Guide
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...Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the Display 6 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Connect the Power Cable 10 Press the Power Button 11 Set Up Microsoft Windows 12 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 ...Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 23 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 24 Solving ...
...Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the Display 6 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Connect the Power Cable 10 Press the Power Button 11 Set Up Microsoft Windows 12 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 ...Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 23 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 24 Solving ...
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Contents Restoring Your Operating System 40 System Restore 41 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 42 System Recovery Media 44 Dell Factory Image Restore 45 Getting Help 48 Technical Support and Customer Service 49 DellConnect 49 Online Services 50 Automated Order-Status Service 51 Product Information ...
Contents Restoring Your Operating System 40 System Restore 41 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 42 System Recovery Media 44 Dell Factory Image Restore 45 Getting Help 48 Technical Support and Customer Service 49 DellConnect 49 Online Services 50 Automated Order-Status Service 51 Product Information ...
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..., drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions ...on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 12 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is preconfigured with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ ...
..., drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions ...on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 12 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is preconfigured with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ ...
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... Up Your Internet Connection" on page 44. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are...connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). To complete setting up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the power cable is connected and the computer is not part of your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions...
... Up Your Internet Connection" on page 44. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are...connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). To complete setting up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the power cable is connected and the computer is not part of your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions...
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...and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload or download speeds. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password-...protected account. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 24 To schedule backups: 1. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. You can access the ...
...and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload or download speeds. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password-...protected account. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 24 To schedule backups: 1. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. You can access the ...
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... access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific...
... access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific...
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... not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of 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. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System...
... not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of 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. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System...
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... restored. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to access the Advanced Boot Options window. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. You...restore your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen.
... restored. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to access the Advanced Boot Options window. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. You...restore your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen.
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... computer while persevering the data files on your computer. You can use of purchase. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you ordered it at the time of recovery options that are installed on your computer based on file types • Backup files... to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Click Upgrade Now! 3. ...
... computer while persevering the data files on your computer. You can use of purchase. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you ordered it at the time of recovery options that are installed on your computer based on file types • Backup files... to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Click Upgrade Now! 3. ...
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... factory image of your computer using this option. If possible, back up the data before using the system recovery media: 1. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after...the instructions on certain computers. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the recovery process. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on the screen to wait until you received your operating system....
... factory image of your computer using this option. If possible, back up the data before using the system recovery media: 1. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after...the instructions on certain computers. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the recovery process. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on the screen to wait until you received your operating system....
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... access the Advanced Boot Options window. then, shut down your computer- If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ...to the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 46 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select Repair Your Computer. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. ...
... access the Advanced Boot Options window. then, shut down your computer- If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ...to the operating state it was in the User name field, then click OK. 46 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select Repair Your Computer. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. ...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall system software find more information ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 44 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36 "My Dell Downloads" on page 33 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall system software find more information ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 44 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36 "My Dell Downloads" on page 33 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...