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... If you have selected a different model and want to step 5. Click Save to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ M301Z/N301Z Service Manual 1. The file downloads to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Select the type of results appear on a label at the bottom of the menu. ...follow the instructions on the computer. 2. Go to your computer's Service Tag: a. If you have your desktop and is located on the screen. c. b. d. Back to download the latest BIOS file. Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Model list. Click Close ...
... If you have selected a different model and want to step 5. Click Save to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ M301Z/N301Z Service Manual 1. The file downloads to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Select the type of results appear on a label at the bottom of the menu. ...follow the instructions on the computer. 2. Go to your computer's Service Tag: a. If you have your desktop and is located on the screen. c. b. d. Back to download the latest BIOS file. Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Model list. Click Close ...
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... The Windows setup screens will need to complete. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 Set Up Ubuntu To set up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. These ....dell.com. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Ubuntu® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. See the Ubuntu documentation for more information on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron ...
... The Windows setup screens will need to complete. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 Set Up Ubuntu To set up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. These ....dell.com. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Ubuntu® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. See the Ubuntu documentation for more information on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron ...
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Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 62. 11 Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. 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 the screen.
Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 62. 11 Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. 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 the screen.
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... disable wireless: 1. The current wireless status is displayed on an airplane flight. 15 Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. Press the wireless key on your computer only if you are asked to toggle between wireless enable or disable modes. Setting Up Your...
... disable wireless: 1. The current wireless status is displayed on an airplane flight. 15 Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. Press the wireless key on your computer only if you are asked to toggle between wireless enable or disable modes. Setting Up Your...
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Follow the instructions on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. 17 Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center. 2. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of the TV tuner may vary by region. Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To set up the TV tuner for the first time: 1.
Follow the instructions on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. 17 Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center. 2. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of the TV tuner may vary by region. Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To set up the TV tuner for the first time: 1.
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...connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen to a wireless router: Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Connect To. 4. Save and close any open files, and exit any ...open programs. 3. Ensure that shipped with your router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem ...
...connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen to a wireless router: Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Connect To. 4. Save and close any open files, and exit any ...open programs. 3. Ensure that shipped with your router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem ...
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... you cannot connect to complete the setup. Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on page 14). 2. Contact your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP information ready. If you do not have a service outage. Ensure that wireless is enabled on...→ Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you get one. 19 Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.
... you cannot connect to complete the setup. Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on page 14). 2. Contact your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP information ready. If you do not have a service outage. Ensure that wireless is enabled on...→ Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you get one. 19 Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.
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... → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet connection: Windows Vista 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up your ISP to complete...
... → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet connection: Windows Vista 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up your ISP to complete...
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... together to rotate the selected item 90° clockwise or anticlockwise. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Rotate Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the screen. Allows you to rotate the active content on the touch pad. Allows you ... the magnification of the active window. The zoom feature includes: Pinch - To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to enlarge the view of the screen content. The rotate feature includes: Twist - Zoom Allows you to rotate active content in 90° increments using two fingers where one finger is ...
... together to rotate the selected item 90° clockwise or anticlockwise. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Rotate Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the screen. Allows you to rotate the active content on the touch pad. Allows you ... the magnification of the active window. The zoom feature includes: Pinch - To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to enlarge the view of the screen content. The rotate feature includes: Twist - Zoom Allows you to rotate active content in 90° increments using two fingers where one finger is ...
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...screen. 41 Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that helps protect your data and other important files from portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on the taskbar. 2. Dell... your computer using a password‑protected account. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. You can be available in all regions. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia NOTE: Your computer does not have an ...
...screen. 41 Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that helps protect your data and other important files from portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on the taskbar. 2. Dell... your computer using a password‑protected account. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. You can be available in all regions. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia NOTE: Your computer does not have an ...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. Choose the desired option to the Dock or a category. Click Save. Enter a title for the category from the Select an image: box. 4. Remove a Category or ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. Choose the desired option to the Dock or a category. Click Save. Enter a title for the category from the Select an image: box. 4. Remove a Category or ...
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... at least 8 to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 47 Press simultaneously. 2. Solving Problems If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - If a program crashes repeatedly - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your...
... at least 8 to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 47 Press simultaneously. 2. Solving Problems If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - If a program crashes repeatedly - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your...
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Solving Problems To run the software. Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to run the Program Compatibility Wizard...; Run programs made for information. --Ensure that your computer. --Ensure that the program is compatible with this version of Windows. 2. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. See the software documentation for previous versions of Windows. 2.
Solving Problems To run the software. Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to run the Program Compatibility Wizard...; Run programs made for information. --Ensure that your computer. --Ensure that the program is compatible with this version of Windows. 2. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. See the software documentation for previous versions of Windows. 2.
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...action needed to resolve the issue. Reinstall or create backup media of the software pre-installed on your hard drive or at My Dell Downloads. System Messages If your computer has an issue or error, it may not be available in the following examples, see the... that is displayed is available at support.dell.com/manuals or see the Dell Technology Guide on the screen to downloadstore.dell.com/media. 2. Alternatively you could see "Contacting Dell" on page 73 for assistance. 50 Using Support Tools My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may display a System Message that will...
...action needed to resolve the issue. Reinstall or create backup media of the software pre-installed on your hard drive or at My Dell Downloads. System Messages If your computer has an issue or error, it may not be available in the following examples, see the... that is displayed is available at support.dell.com/manuals or see the Dell Technology Guide on the screen to downloadstore.dell.com/media. 2. Alternatively you could see "Contacting Dell" on page 73 for assistance. 50 Using Support Tools My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may display a System Message that will...
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... Do you want to continue? (Recommended)." 54 b. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to be working properly. 2. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . NOTE: If you see the Microsoft...® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. This will start running tests. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on...
... Do you want to continue? (Recommended)." 54 b. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to be working properly. 2. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . NOTE: If you see the Microsoft...® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. This will start running tests. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on...
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... Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. If you want to continue." When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. 55 d....73). If you identify your hard drive and to go to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer when you contact Dell. 6. NOTE: The Service Tag for your screen. c. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to the Choose An Option window. 7.
... Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. If you want to continue." When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to restart the computer, click Exit. 55 d....73). If you identify your hard drive and to go to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer when you contact Dell. 6. NOTE: The Service Tag for your screen. c. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to the Choose An Option window. 7.
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If you contact Dell. 9. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. 10. 8. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is displayed at the top of the problem will ...appear on page 73). Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. Using Support Tools 57 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the...
If you contact Dell. 9. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. 10. 8. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is displayed at the top of the problem will ...appear on page 73). Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. Using Support Tools 57 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the...
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... files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in this document are an administrator on the screen. CAUTION: Make regular backups of your computer are completely reversible. NOTE: The User Account Control window may not apply if you undo the... that System Restore makes to the Windows Classic view. NOTE: The procedures in an undesirable operating state. System Restore does not monitor your Dell™ computer to your data files. If you are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may appear. In the search box...
... files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in this document are an administrator on the screen. CAUTION: Make regular backups of your computer are completely reversible. NOTE: The User Account Control window may not apply if you undo the... that System Restore makes to the Windows Classic view. NOTE: The procedures in an undesirable operating state. System Restore does not monitor your Dell™ computer to your data files. If you are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may appear. In the search box...
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... until you see the knowledge base article 353560 at the time of the restoration process depends on the screen. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. then, shut down your computer based on your computer, if you to access the...
... until you see the knowledge base article 353560 at the time of the restoration process depends on the screen. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. then, shut down your computer based on your computer, if you to access the...
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...it is recommended that prevents data from the list and press . You can use of your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to complete the recovery process. 62 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Use the system ...wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on the screen to return your computer and try again. 3. To restore the factory image of recovery options that are installed on your computer. •...
...it is recommended that prevents data from the list and press . You can use of your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to complete the recovery process. 62 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. Use the system ...wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on the screen to return your computer and try again. 3. To restore the factory image of recovery options that are installed on your computer. •...