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Contents Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 48 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional 56 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 57 Free Fall Sensor 61 Solving Problems 63 ...Power Problems 66 Memory Problems 67 Lockups and Software Problems 68 Using Support Tools 70 Dell Support Center 70 My Dell Downloads 71 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 Dell Diagnostics 72 Restoring Your Operating System 77 System Restore 78 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 System Recovery Media 81 Dell Factory Image ...
Contents Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 48 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional 56 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 57 Free Fall Sensor 61 Solving Problems 63 ...Power Problems 66 Memory Problems 67 Lockups and Software Problems 68 Using Support Tools 70 Dell Support Center 70 My Dell Downloads 71 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 Dell Diagnostics 72 Restoring Your Operating System 77 System Restore 78 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 System Recovery Media 81 Dell Factory Image ...
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NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. Front View Features Using Your XPS Laptop 1 1 9-in-1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 29 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 98.
NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. Front View Features Using Your XPS Laptop 1 1 9-in-1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 29 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 98.
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... No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. WARNING:... Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure - If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 70 or "Contacting...
... No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. WARNING:... Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure - If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 70 or "Contacting...
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... page 93). Solving Problems If the power light is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - If you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices...
... page 93). Solving Problems If the power light is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - If you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices...
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... and diagnostic services. Monitor system events and changes over time. Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your computer each type of the... space consumed by each day. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag, ...
... and diagnostic services. Monitor system events and changes over time. Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your computer each type of the... space consumed by each day. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag, ...
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...) your computer. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Using Support Tools NOTE: If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears : "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? Turn on your computer. ...Do you want to run Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . b. then, shut down your computer cannot display a screen image...
...) your computer. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Using Support Tools NOTE: If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears : "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? Turn on your computer. ...Do you want to run Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . b. then, shut down your computer cannot display a screen image...
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... any key to go to run. 5. Press any key to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer when you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is encountered during a test, a message with an...
... any key to go to run. 5. Press any key to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer when you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is encountered during a test, a message with an...
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.... Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. Computer Model Dell XPS L502X Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series express chipset HM67 Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 96 Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB For...
.... Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. Computer Model Dell XPS L502X Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series express chipset HM67 Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 96 Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB For...
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... MHz/1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio one microphone-in connector, one stereo headphones/speakers connector NOTE: You can also use the connectors to set up 5.1 channel speakers S/...
... MHz/1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio one microphone-in connector, one stereo headphones/speakers connector NOTE: You can also use the connectors to set up 5.1 channel speakers S/...
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... Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MSXC Memory Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) xD-Picture Card Camera Camera resolution 2.0 megapixel HD Video resolution 1280 x 720 98 Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56 K USB modem ...
... Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MSXC Memory Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) xD-Picture Card Camera Camera resolution 2.0 megapixel HD Video resolution 1280 x 720 98 Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56 K USB modem ...
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Video Integrated Video controller Video memory Discrete Video controller Video memory Display Type Intel HD Graphics up to 1.6 GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M 1 GB DDR3 (GT 525M) 2 GB DDR3 (GT 540M) 15.6-...
Video Integrated Video controller Video memory Discrete Video controller Video memory Display Type Intel HD Graphics up to 1.6 GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M 1 GB DDR3 (GT 525M) 2 GB DDR3 (GT 540M) 15.6-...
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Index F finding more information 94 flick 48 FTP login, anonymous 87 H hard drive activity light 33 hardware problems diagnosing 72 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 help getting assistance and support 85 I Internet connection 22 ISP Internet Service Provider 22 106 M memory problems solving 67 mini-DisplayPort connector 31 Multimedia Control Keys 40 N network connection fixing 65 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 56 O Optical Drive Using 44 P power problems, solving 66 power strips, using 8 problems, solving 63
Index F finding more information 94 flick 48 FTP login, anonymous 87 H hard drive activity light 33 hardware problems diagnosing 72 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 help getting assistance and support 85 I Internet connection 22 ISP Internet Service Provider 22 106 M memory problems solving 67 mini-DisplayPort connector 31 Multimedia Control Keys 40 N network connection fixing 65 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 56 O Optical Drive Using 44 P power problems, solving 66 power strips, using 8 problems, solving 63