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Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Press the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Install the SIM Card (Optional 14 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 16 Set Up Wireless Display...
Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Press the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Install the SIM Card (Optional 14 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 16 Set Up Wireless Display...
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... Memory Problems 69 Lockups and Software Problems 70 Using Support Tools 72 Dell Support Center 72 My Dell Downloads 73 Hardware Troubleshooter 74 Dell Diagnostics 74 4 Restoring Your Operating System 79 System Restore 80 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 81 System Recovery Media 83 Dell Factory Image Restore 84 Getting Help 86 Technical Support and Customer Service...
... Memory Problems 69 Lockups and Software Problems 70 Using Support Tools 72 Dell Support Center 72 My Dell Downloads 73 Hardware Troubleshooter 74 Dell Diagnostics 74 4 Restoring Your Operating System 79 System Restore 80 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 81 System Recovery Media 83 Dell Factory Image Restore 84 Getting Help 86 Technical Support and Customer Service...
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...your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need ...of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 12 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity...
...your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need ...of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 12 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 83. 13 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 83. 13 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5.
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...connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. Using Your XPS Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia You can access the service on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that can download or copy pictures and video files ...from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on your computer using a ...
...connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. Using Your XPS Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia You can access the service on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that can download or copy pictures and video files ...from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on your computer using a ...
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... Information, FAQs, and so on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 73 Follow the instructions on the My Dell Downloads website. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. From this website you can download available software for future use My...
... Information, FAQs, and so on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 73 Follow the instructions on the My Dell Downloads website. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. From this website you can download available software for future use My...
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If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received ... the operating system on your computer using these options. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options:...
If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received ... the operating system on your computer using these options. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options:...
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...files: 1. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 84) to preserve the data files on your computer, it was in when you to: • ... allows you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)" on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. 2. Create...
...files: 1. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 84) to preserve the data files on your computer, it was in when you to: • ... allows you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)" on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. 2. Create...
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... • Backup files to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 82 NOTE: For more depending on your computer and try again. 5. then...
... • Backup files to a local storage device • Schedule automated backups To upgrade to access the Advanced Boot Options window. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 82 NOTE: For more depending on your computer and try again. 5. then...
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... list and press . 4. Use the system recovery media in when you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then, shut down your computer. You can use of the recovery options installed on your computer and try again. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Select the appropriate ...boot device from being recovered. Follow the instructions on your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard ...
... list and press . 4. Use the system recovery media in when you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then, shut down your computer. You can use of the recovery options installed on your computer and try again. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Select the appropriate ...boot device from being recovered. Follow the instructions on your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard ...
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...may take five or more minutes to the factory condition, then click Next. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want to factory condition. 9. A message appears when ... drive and restore the system software to complete. Select Repair Your Computer. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Restoring Your Operating System 8. Click Finish to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. 3. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. The restore...
...may take five or more minutes to the factory condition, then click Next. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want to factory condition. 9. A message appears when ... drive and restore the system software to complete. Select Repair Your Computer. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Restoring Your Operating System 8. Click Finish to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. 3. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. The restore...
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You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to : See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 83 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 74 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 72 upgrade your computer with new or additional components...
You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to : See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 83 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 74 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 72 upgrade your computer with new or additional components...
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Index A airflow, allowing 7 Audio control panel 45 B backup and recovery 55 battery status light 35 B-CAS card 14 C calling Dell 91 Camera 49 CDs, playing and creating 55 computer capabilities 54 computer, setting up 7 connect(ing) to the Internet 23 104 Contacting Dell online 93 Control strip 35 customer service 87 D DataSafe Local Backup 81 DellConnect 87 Dell Diagnostics 74 Dell Factory Image Restore 84 Dell Stage 62 Diagnostic Checklist 92 drivers and downloads 95 DVDs, playing and creating 55 E email addresses for technical support 88
Index A airflow, allowing 7 Audio control panel 45 B backup and recovery 55 battery status light 35 B-CAS card 14 C calling Dell 91 Camera 49 CDs, playing and creating 55 computer capabilities 54 computer, setting up 7 connect(ing) to the Internet 23 104 Contacting Dell online 93 Control strip 35 customer service 87 D DataSafe Local Backup 81 DellConnect 87 Dell Diagnostics 74 Dell Factory Image Restore 84 Dell Stage 62 Diagnostic Checklist 92 drivers and downloads 95 DVDs, playing and creating 55 E email addresses for technical support 88
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Index products information and purchasing 89 R resources, finding more 94 restoring factory image 84 S setup, before you begin 7 shipping products for return or repair 90 SIM card 14 software features 54 software problems 70 solving problems 65 specifications 96 support email addresses 88 support sites worldwide 88 106 System Recovery Media 83 system reinstall options 79 System Restore 80 System Setup entering 42 function key behavior 42 T Touch Pad Gestures 40 Touch screen Gestures 50 TV tuner 19 U USB PowerShare 29
Index products information and purchasing 89 R resources, finding more 94 restoring factory image 84 S setup, before you begin 7 shipping products for return or repair 90 SIM card 14 software features 54 software problems 70 solving problems 65 specifications 96 support email addresses 88 support sites worldwide 88 106 System Recovery Media 83 system reinstall options 79 System Restore 80 System Setup entering 42 function key behavior 42 T Touch Pad Gestures 40 Touch screen Gestures 50 TV tuner 19 U USB PowerShare 29