Microsoft Windows 7: Getting Started Guide
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then, shut down your computer and try again. 4 NOTE: The next steps change without the written permission of Dell Inc. is subject to complete the installation. Dell Inc. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, ... open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Other trademarks and trade names may take about 1 to 2 hours to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop;...
then, shut down your computer and try again. 4 NOTE: The next steps change without the written permission of Dell Inc. is subject to complete the installation. Dell Inc. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, ... open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Other trademarks and trade names may take about 1 to 2 hours to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop;...
Service Manual
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... installing the components in reverse order. For additional safety best practices information, see Turning Off Your Computer). NOTICE: When you shut down the operating system. 2. if you are disconnecting this document may require the use of cable, press in Turning Off ...correctly oriented and aligned. l You have performed the steps in on your warranty. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds ...
... installing the components in reverse order. For additional safety best practices information, see Turning Off Your Computer). NOTICE: When you shut down the operating system. 2. if you are disconnecting this document may require the use of cable, press in Turning Off ...correctly oriented and aligned. l You have performed the steps in on your warranty. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds ...
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...SATA4 SATA5 System Info Displays current date settings, in the Options List. SATA port not present. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup to: l Change the system ... the SATA drive integrated on SATA2. l Read the current amount of memory or set the type of the System Setup window. Then, shut down the system setup screen information for it is highlighted, the Options List, lists the options that you can make your current settings....
...SATA4 SATA5 System Info Displays current date settings, in the Options List. SATA port not present. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup to: l Change the system ... the SATA drive integrated on SATA2. l Read the current amount of memory or set the type of the System Setup window. Then, shut down the system setup screen information for it is highlighted, the Options List, lists the options that you can make your current settings....
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... hard drive boot priority. You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the primary hard drive. Then shut down your computer. 3. Security Provides options to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . If no CD/DVD is in the drive, or..., channel mode (dual or single), and type of CPU installed. Advanced CPU type Indicates the type of memory installed. NOTE: To boot to run the Dell Diagnostics on your device is S3. Changing Boot Sequence for devices.
... hard drive boot priority. You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the primary hard drive. Then shut down your computer. 3. Security Provides options to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . If no CD/DVD is in the drive, or..., channel mode (dual or single), and type of CPU installed. Advanced CPU type Indicates the type of memory installed. NOTE: To boot to run the Dell Diagnostics on your device is S3. Changing Boot Sequence for devices.
Setup Guide
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...: You might lose data if you are unable to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your mouse, press and hold the power button for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that it runs in an environment similar to get a response by pressing...
...: You might lose data if you are unable to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your mouse, press and hold the power button for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that it runs in an environment similar to get a response by pressing...
Setup Guide
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...working properly. 2. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your hard drive or from the boot menu and press . Turn on page 42. 1. NOTE: If you contact... Dell for technical assistance. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 46 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you see "Contacting Dell" on (or restart) ...
...working properly. 2. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your hard drive or from the boot menu and press . Turn on page 42. 1. NOTE: If you contact... Dell for technical assistance. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 46 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you see "Contacting Dell" on (or restart) ...
Setup Guide
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Using Support Tools NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down and restart the computer. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to proceed. 6. If multiple versions...system setup program. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer. 7. Shut down your computer and try again. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the menu that no ...
Using Support Tools NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down and restart the computer. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to proceed. 6. If multiple versions...system setup program. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer. 7. Shut down your computer and try again. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the menu that no ...
Setup Guide
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... boots according to complete the installation. Press any key to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 4. then, shut down your computer and try again. System Recovery Options 37 NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue...
... boots according to complete the installation. Press any key to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 4. then, shut down your computer and try again. System Recovery Options 37 NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue...