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...injury, or death. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, XPS™, and DellConnect™ are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. and is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this... written permission of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other than its own. Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows start button logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; All rights reserved. Other trademarks and...
...injury, or death. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, XPS™, and DellConnect™ are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. and is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this... written permission of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other than its own. Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows start button logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; All rights reserved. Other trademarks and...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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...dell.com. To complete setting up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is not a part of your original order, you set up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to a network. 5. Click Start... your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on your wireless router. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to a wireless router: 1. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter...
...dell.com. To complete setting up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is not a part of your original order, you set up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to a network. 5. Click Start... your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on your wireless router. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to a wireless router: 1. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter...
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Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and ... ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you do not know which type of connection to the Internet window appears. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. NOTE: If you do not have successfully connected in your country. Setting...
Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and ... ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you do not know which type of connection to the Internet window appears. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. NOTE: If you do not have successfully connected in your country. Setting...
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... You can use your computer to a Windows account or secure websites). For more information, click Start → All Programs → FastAccess. Using Your XPS Laptop Software Features FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. Check your... purchase order for logging on your identity to verify your computer. This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by ...
... You can use your computer to a Windows account or secure websites). For more information, click Start → All Programs → FastAccess. Using Your XPS Laptop Software Features FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. Check your... purchase order for logging on your identity to verify your computer. This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by ...
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.... • Minimize - You can also be launched through the All Programs menu. To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account. NOTE: Some...to DellDataSafe.com. You can access the service on your desktop. 2. To schedule backups: 1. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and...
.... • Minimize - You can also be launched through the All Programs menu. To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account. NOTE: Some...to DellDataSafe.com. You can access the service on your desktop. 2. To schedule backups: 1. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and...
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Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven ... for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 77. Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. If you installed...
Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven ... for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 77. Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. If you installed...
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... connected to the computer and to perform an operating system shutdown. Press simultaneously. 2. Click End Task. Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click Applications. 3. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable...
... connected to the computer and to perform an operating system shutdown. Press simultaneously. 2. Click End Task. Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click Applications. 3. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable...
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... reinstall the program. -- If you have other software problems - • Back up your computer. -- Ensure that your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: -- Follow the instructions on your files immediately. &#...not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. Verify that the program is compatible with the program. -- Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for information. -- Write down your computer meets the minimum ...
... reinstall the program. -- If you have other software problems - • Back up your computer. -- Ensure that your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: -- Follow the instructions on your files immediately. &#...not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. Verify that the program is compatible with the program. -- Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for information. -- Write down your computer meets the minimum ...
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... the maximum memory on the day they occurred. 59 Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information, and ...links to access: PC Checkup - PC Checkup Utilities • Drive Space Manager - one convenient location. Monitor system events and changes over time. To launch the application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell...
... the maximum memory on the day they occurred. 59 Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information, and ...links to access: PC Checkup - PC Checkup Utilities • Drive Space Manager - one convenient location. Monitor system events and changes over time. To launch the application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell...
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... that best describes the problem and follow the troubleshooting steps. To start the search. 3. Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for technical assistance. In the search results, select the option that... your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer and press when the DELL logo appears. 61 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating ...
... that best describes the problem and follow the troubleshooting steps. To start the search. 3. Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for technical assistance. In the search results, select the option that... your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer and press when the DELL logo appears. 61 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating ...
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... your computer. 62 Write down your computer. 2. The following message appears "Do you see "Contacting Dell" on (or restart) your computer and try again. 3. Using Support Tools Starting Dell ePSA Diagnostics Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA) tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, ... to wait until you want to continue? (Recommended)." If a device fails a test, the test stops and the computer beeps. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . 4. Click Exit to restart your computer, press . • To...
... your computer. 62 Write down your computer. 2. The following message appears "Do you see "Contacting Dell" on (or restart) your computer and try again. 3. Using Support Tools Starting Dell ePSA Diagnostics Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA) tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, ... to wait until you want to continue? (Recommended)." If a device fails a test, the test stops and the computer beeps. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . 4. Click Exit to restart your computer, press . • To...
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... other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you are completely reversible. Starting System Restore 1. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. In the search box, type System Restore and ...press . 3. Any changes that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may appear. Click Start . 2. Click Next and follow the instructions on the computer, click Continue; Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 64 Restoring ...
... other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you are completely reversible. Starting System Restore 1. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. In the search box, type System Restore and ...press . 3. Any changes that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may appear. Click Start . 2. Click Next and follow the instructions on the computer, click Continue; Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 64 Restoring ...
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...Windows desktop; Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on certain computers. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your hard drive to wait until you received your operating system ...back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive....
...Windows desktop; Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on certain computers. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your hard drive to wait until you received your operating system ...back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive....
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... several online and telephonebased support and service options. Go to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of the computer's start-up files. Select your area. If the computer is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. NOTE: If you...
... several online and telephonebased support and service options. Go to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of the computer's start-up files. Select your area. If the computer is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. NOTE: If you...
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Computer Model Memory Dell XPS L511z Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series express chipset HM67 Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Memory module connector Memory module capacities ... and 4 GB 4 GB 8 GB 80 Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. To launch the Dell Support Center, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer, see the Detailed...
Computer Model Memory Dell XPS L511z Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series express chipset HM67 Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Memory module connector Memory module capacities ... and 4 GB 4 GB 8 GB 80 Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. To launch the Dell Support Center, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer, see the Detailed...
