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... Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left...Base and Keyboard Features 30 Touch Pad Gestures 32 Multimedia Control Keys 34 Display Features 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 38 Software Features 40 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 41 Dell Dock 42 Solving Problems 43 Beep Codes 43 Network Problems 44 3
... Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left...Base and Keyboard Features 30 Touch Pad Gestures 32 Multimedia Control Keys 34 Display Features 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 38 Software Features 40 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 41 Dell Dock 42 Solving Problems 43 Beep Codes 43 Network Problems 44 3
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... Problems 46 Lockups and Software Problems 47 Using Support Tools 49 Dell Support Center 49 My Dell Downloads 50 System Messages 50 Hardware Troubleshooter 53 Dell Diagnostics 53 Restoring Your Operating System 58 System Restore 59 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 60 System Recovery Media 62 Dell Factory Image Restore 63 Getting Help 65 Technical Support and...
... Problems 46 Lockups and Software Problems 47 Using Support Tools 49 Dell Support Center 49 My Dell Downloads 50 System Messages 50 Hardware Troubleshooter 53 Dell Diagnostics 53 Restoring Your Operating System 58 System Restore 59 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 60 System Recovery Media 62 Dell Factory Image Restore 63 Getting Help 65 Technical Support and...
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... create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System...
... create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 62. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 62. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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... optical drive or any external storage device for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive,...play games, create your own CDs/DVDs, and listen to delldatasafe.com. Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be recorded to organize and create music and video... like theft, fire, or natural disasters. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that involve discs. You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. To schedule backups...
... optical drive or any external storage device for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive,...play games, create your own CDs/DVDs, and listen to delldatasafe.com. Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be recorded to organize and create music and video... like theft, fire, or natural disasters. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that involve discs. You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. To schedule backups...
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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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... Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does 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. 58 INSPIRON ...
... Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does 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. 58 INSPIRON ...
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...allows you need to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the... you to: • Backup and restore your computer to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all the devices (USB drive, printer, etc.)... connected to the operating state it is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the computer and remove any programs or drivers ...
...allows you need to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the... you to: • Backup and restore your computer to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all the devices (USB drive, printer, etc.)... connected to the operating state it is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the computer and remove any programs or drivers ...
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...Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the taskbar. 2. NOTE: For more information, see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Click Upgrade Now! 3. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell... DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be restored. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to complete the upgrade...
...Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the taskbar. 2. NOTE: For more information, see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Click Upgrade Now! 3. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell... DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be restored. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to complete the upgrade...
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... computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on your data files before using the system recovery media. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. then, shut down your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to...
... computer. • Hard drive failure that are installed on your data files before using the system recovery media. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. then, shut down your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to...
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... Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The restore process begins and may need to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. then, shut down your configuration, you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. Click Next....then click OK. 6. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Select Repair Your Computer. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select the check box to confirm that you do not want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the...
... Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. The restore process begins and may need to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. then, shut down your configuration, you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; To access the recovery options, log on the computer. 2. Click Next....then click OK. 6. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Select Repair Your Computer. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select the check box to confirm that you do not want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the...
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Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 62 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 53 "My Dell Downloads" on page 50 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 62 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 53 "My Dell Downloads" on page 50 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
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INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 41 C calling Dell 73 computer capabilities 40 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 73 customer service 66 D DellConnect 66 Dell Diagnostics 53 Dell Support Center 49 84 Diagnostic Checklist 72 drivers and downloads 75 DVDs, playing and creating 41 E email addresses for technical support 67 F finding more information 74 FTP login, anonymous 67 H hardware problems diagnosing 53 Hardware Troubleshooter 53
INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 41 C calling Dell 73 computer capabilities 40 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 73 customer service 66 D DellConnect 66 Dell Diagnostics 53 Dell Support Center 49 84 Diagnostic Checklist 72 drivers and downloads 75 DVDs, playing and creating 41 E email addresses for technical support 67 F finding more information 74 FTP login, anonymous 67 H hardware problems diagnosing 53 Hardware Troubleshooter 53