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Desktop Computer 31 5 Troubleshooting Tips 37 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 37 Tips 37 Power Problems 37 Memory Problems 39 Lockups and Software Problems 39 Dell Technical Update Service 41 Dell Support Utility 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 6 Reinstalling Software 43 Drivers 43 Identifying Drivers 43 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 43 Restoring Your Operating System 45 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 46 Using Dell Factory Image Restore 46 Using the Operating System Media 47 4 Contents Mini Tower Computer 25 4 Specifications - 3 Specifications -
Desktop Computer 31 5 Troubleshooting Tips 37 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 37 Tips 37 Power Problems 37 Memory Problems 39 Lockups and Software Problems 39 Dell Technical Update Service 41 Dell Support Utility 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 6 Reinstalling Software 43 Drivers 43 Identifying Drivers 43 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 43 Restoring Your Operating System 45 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 46 Using Dell Factory Image Restore 46 Using the Operating System Media 47 4 Contents Mini Tower Computer 25 4 Specifications - 3 Specifications -
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... that the Show icon on the taskbar option is checked. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with your computer. NOTE: If you begin any of the Dell™ Support screen. Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of your computer and try again. Access the...
... that the Show icon on the taskbar option is checked. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with your computer. NOTE: If you begin any of the Dell™ Support screen. Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of your computer and try again. Access the...
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... the boot sequence for your hard drive, and follow the instructions on the screen. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Dell Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media is appropriate for one time only. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If multiple versions are listed, select the version that appears and...
... the boot sequence for your hard drive, and follow the instructions on the screen. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Dell Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media is appropriate for one time only. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If multiple versions are listed, select the version that appears and...
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...the device name, you are an administrator on the device icon. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for your computer. otherwise, contact your administrator to continue. 2 Scroll ...down the list to a Previous Device Driver Version 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and ...
...the device name, you are an administrator on the device icon. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for your computer. otherwise, contact your administrator to continue. 2 Scroll ...down the list to a Previous Device Driver Version 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and ...
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...) • Microsoft System Restore (see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. 3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. If this is your computer to restart the computer. 4 When...
...) • Microsoft System Restore (see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. 3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. If this is your computer to restart the computer. 4 When...
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.... 6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files. 7 Click the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the same operating state as when you purchased the computer. Restoring Your...
.... 6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files. 7 Click the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the same operating state as when you purchased the computer. Restoring Your...
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...remaining prompts on the computer, click Continue; Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you received your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. If... possible, back up the data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. otherwise, contact your operating system problem. Using Microsoft®...
...remaining prompts on the computer, click Continue; Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you received your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. If... possible, back up the data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. otherwise, contact your operating system problem. Using Microsoft®...
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... applications have been restored to factory condition. 10 Click Finish to restart the computer. The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that you may take 5 or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 8 On the Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen, click Next. 3 Select Repair Your Computer. To reinstall Windows...
... applications have been restored to factory condition. 10 Click Finish to restart the computer. The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that you may take 5 or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 8 On the Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen, click Next. 3 Select Repair Your Computer. To reinstall Windows...
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...desktop; NOTE: Depending on the region from CD-ROM, and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. 7 Reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 48 Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Windows NOTE: The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete.... immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, wait until you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Dell Operating System media may not ship with your computer and try again. 5 When the boot device list appears, highlight...
...desktop; NOTE: Depending on the region from CD-ROM, and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. 7 Reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 48 Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Windows NOTE: The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete.... immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, wait until you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Dell Operating System media may not ship with your computer and try again. 5 When the boot device list appears, highlight...
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... technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users. Drivers and Utilities Media • A diagnostic program for your computer The Drivers and Utilities media is located on your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Desktop System Software (DSS) ... changes to direct your call when contacting support NOTE: Your Service Tag/Express Service Code is a CD or • Drivers for your computer DVD that may have shipped with your computer. NOTE: Additional information may not be available in certain countries...
... technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users. Drivers and Utilities Media • A diagnostic program for your computer The Drivers and Utilities media is located on your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Desktop System Software (DSS) ... changes to direct your call when contacting support NOTE: Your Service Tag/Express Service Code is a CD or • Drivers for your computer DVD that may have shipped with your computer. NOTE: Additional information may not be available in certain countries...
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... Guide, 50 DellConnect, 52 Desktop System Software, 49 diagnostics Dell, 41 documentation, 49 Dell Technology Guide, 50 Service Manual, 50 drivers, 43 drivers and utilities media, 49 identifying, 43 reinstalling, 43 returning to a previous version, 43 Drivers and Utilities media, 44 Dell Diagnostics, 41 drivers and utilities media, 49 E End User License Agreement (EULA), 50 ergonomics information...
... Guide, 50 DellConnect, 52 Desktop System Software, 49 diagnostics Dell, 41 documentation, 49 Dell Technology Guide, 50 Service Manual, 50 drivers, 43 drivers and utilities media, 49 identifying, 43 reinstalling, 43 returning to a previous version, 43 Drivers and Utilities media, 44 Dell Diagnostics, 41 drivers and utilities media, 49 E End User License Agreement (EULA), 50 ergonomics information...
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...light conditions, 37 troubleshooting, 37 problems restore to previous state, 46 M media drivers and utilities, 49 operating system, 49 memory troubleshooting, 39 N networks, 18 connecting, 18 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 46 media, 47 reinstalling, 49 System Restore, 45 operating ...system media, 49 operating system product key, 50 R regulatory information, 50 reinstalling drivers and utilities, 43 software, 43 S safety information, 50...
...light conditions, 37 troubleshooting, 37 problems restore to previous state, 46 M media drivers and utilities, 49 operating system, 49 memory troubleshooting, 39 N networks, 18 connecting, 18 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 46 media, 47 reinstalling, 49 System Restore, 45 operating ...system media, 49 operating system product key, 50 R regulatory information, 50 reinstalling drivers and utilities, 43 software, 43 S safety information, 50...
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...-46 T Terms and Conditions, 50 transferring information to a new computer, 21 troubleshooting, 37, 50 blue screen, 40 computer not responding, 39 Dell Diagnostics, 41 memory, 39 troubleshooting (continined) power, 37 power light conditions, 37 program crashes, 39 programs and Windows compatibility, 40 restore to ... software and hardware, 41 V view back, 8 back panel connectors, 7-9 front, 7 W warranty information, 50 Windows License label, 50 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 46 Device Driver Rollback, 43 Program Compatibility wizard, 40 reinstalling, 49 returning to a previous device...
...-46 T Terms and Conditions, 50 transferring information to a new computer, 21 troubleshooting, 37, 50 blue screen, 40 computer not responding, 39 Dell Diagnostics, 41 memory, 39 troubleshooting (continined) power, 37 power light conditions, 37 program crashes, 39 programs and Windows compatibility, 40 restore to ... software and hardware, 41 V view back, 8 back panel connectors, 7-9 front, 7 W warranty information, 50 Windows License label, 50 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 46 Device Driver Rollback, 43 Program Compatibility wizard, 40 reinstalling, 49 returning to a previous device...