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These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to reinstall the operating system. The ...Windows setup screens will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 8 NOTE: For more information on the screen...
These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to reinstall the operating system. The ...Windows setup screens will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 8 NOTE: For more information on the screen...
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... have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have an internal optical drive. Insert the disc or USB key in ...as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that involve discs. Setting Up Your Laptop Create ...
... have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have an internal optical drive. Insert the disc or USB key in ...as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that involve discs. Setting Up Your Laptop Create ...
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... for troubleshooting information: -- See the software documentation for previous versions of Windows. 2. Verify that is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 48 Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. -- Write down your computer. -- If you have other software problems - ...hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down any error message that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. -- If ...
... for troubleshooting information: -- See the software documentation for previous versions of Windows. 2. Verify that is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 48 Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. -- Write down your computer. -- If you have other software problems - ...hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down any error message that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. -- If ...
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... search. 3. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Press during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you contact Dell for technical assistance. Type hardware...2. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 51 In the search results, select the option that you want to test...
... search. 3. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Press during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you contact Dell for technical assistance. Type hardware...2. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 51 In the search results, select the option that you want to test...
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The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. This will start running tests. then, shut down your computer and try again. 52 NOTE: If you see a message stating that no ... operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; b. Do you want to be working properly. 2. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears: "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? If...
The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. This will start running tests. then, shut down your computer and try again. 52 NOTE: If you see a message stating that no ... operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; b. Do you want to be working properly. 2. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears: "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? If...
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...menu that involve discs. 1. Use an optional external optical drive or any external storage device for procedures that appears and press . 5. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down and restart the computer. On the next start the CD menu and press to the devices... CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Select the test you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer and try again. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots according...
...menu that involve discs. 1. Use an optional external optical drive or any external storage device for procedures that appears and press . 5. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down and restart the computer. On the next start the CD menu and press to the devices... CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Select the test you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer and try again. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots according...
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...and a description of each test screen. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. 10.To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem appears on your screen. NOTE: ...The Service Tag for assistance. Using Support Tools 55 Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 8. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 72) for your computer when you contact...
...and a description of each test screen. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. 10.To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem appears on your screen. NOTE: ...The Service Tag for assistance. Using Support Tools 55 Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 8. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 72) for your computer when you contact...
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... Local Backup to restore your operating system permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you need to preserve the data files on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. ...your computer. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. In the search box, type System Restore and press . 3. CAUTION: Although Dell DataSafe Local Backup is designed to install on your computer, it is recommended that you undo the last system restore, save and close all...
... Local Backup to restore your operating system permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you need to preserve the data files on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. ...your computer. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. In the search box, type System Restore and press . 3. CAUTION: Although Dell DataSafe Local Backup is designed to install on your computer, it is recommended that you undo the last system restore, save and close all...
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... on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did...
... on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did...
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readme files support.dell.com access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find drivers and downloads; only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement the safety and... regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance find solutions ...
readme files support.dell.com access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find drivers and downloads; only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement the safety and... regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance find solutions ...
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For more information regarding the configuration of your computer. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron 1090 Computer Information System chipset Intel® NM10 Express Processor type Intel Atom™ dual-core N550 76 Memory Memory module connector ... of your computer, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. To launch the Dell Support Center, click the icon in the Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop.
For more information regarding the configuration of your computer. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron 1090 Computer Information System chipset Intel® NM10 Express Processor type Intel Atom™ dual-core N550 76 Memory Memory module connector ... of your computer, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. To launch the Dell Support Center, click the icon in the Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop.
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INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 41 C calling Dell 70 CDs, playing and creating 40 computer capabilities 40 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 72 customer service 65 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 59 Professional 60 82 DellConnect 65 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Dell Support Center 49 Diagnostic Checklist 71 drivers and downloads 75 DVDs, playing and creating 40 E E-mail addresses for technical support 66 F finding more information 74 flick 38 Free Fall sensor 41 FTP login, anonymous 66
INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 41 C calling Dell 70 CDs, playing and creating 40 computer capabilities 40 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 72 customer service 65 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 59 Professional 60 82 DellConnect 65 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Dell Support Center 49 Diagnostic Checklist 71 drivers and downloads 75 DVDs, playing and creating 40 E E-mail addresses for technical support 66 F finding more information 74 flick 38 Free Fall sensor 41 FTP login, anonymous 66