Dell Inspiron 1440 Support Question
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Question posted by vplde on November 3rd, 2013
How To Factory Restore A Dell Inspiron 1440
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Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 19
...Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 267
Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268
Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269
20 Troubleshooting 271
Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers . . . . . 274 Diagnostic Lights for Laptop...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 265
Use Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.
Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files.
• Dell PC Restore by Symantec (available in Windows XP) and Dell Factory Image Restore (available in Windows Vista) returns your hard drive to the operating state it...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 267
... for the hard disk is automatically disabled.
Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore
NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on certain computers. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 268
... the
command prompt, type administrator in when you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears.
6 Click Next. The restore process begins and may need to complete. The System Recovery Options window appears.
3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 281
... with your computer. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
The Dell Diagnostics is connected to test displays in the documentation shipped with your computer.
When to use the Dell Diagnostics
If you want to a docking device (docked), undock it.
NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Laptop Computers
NOTE: If your hard drive...
Setup Guide - Page 4
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, and DellConnect are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document to refer to either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. ©...
Setup Guide - Page 5
... 8 Windows Vista® Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10
Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop 12 Right Side Features 12 Left Side Features 14 Front Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Touch ... Problems 33 Lockups and Software Problems 34
Using Support Tools 36 Dell Support Center 36 System Messages 38 Hardware Troubleshooter 39...
Setup Guide - Page 6
Contents
Restoring Your Operating System 42 System Restore 42 Dell Factory Image Restore 44 Operating System Reinstallation 46
Getting Help 48 Technical Support and Customer Service 49 Online Services 50 Automated Order-Status Service 51 Product Information 51 Before You Call 52 Contacting Dell 53
Finding More Information and Resources 54 Specifications 56 Index 63
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Setup Guide - Page 7
...and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on .
INSPIRON
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop
This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as... the computer. Restricting airflow around your computer. Do not place your Inspiron 1440 laptop and connecting peripherals. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on...
Setup Guide - Page 11
... or press the keyboard.
Select one of the following:
--Enable Bluetooth
--Enable Wireless LAN
3. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop
Windows Vista® Setup
If you selected Windows Vista operating system while ordering, your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an...
Setup Guide - Page 12
...telephone wall jack before you set up your original order, you can help you get one from the Dell website at www.dell.com.
To complete setting up your Internet connection.
• If you are using a DSL or...vary by country. If you do not have a service outage.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop
Connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an ISP.
Setup Guide - Page 14
INSPIRON
Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop
Your Inspiron 1440 laptop has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features
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Setup Guide - Page 21
and right-click functions like those on the keyboard. For more information about the keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide. Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Keyboard - These keys control CD, DVD, Blu-ray (optional), and media playback. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provide left -click by tapping the surface.
19 Provides the ...
Setup Guide - Page 27
... Camera activity light (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide.
25 Indicates if the camera is on the selections you made ... array microphone to provide high quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop
1 Left digital array microphone (optional) - Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer...
Setup Guide - Page 29
... in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. To remove the battery:
1. Slide the battery away from other computers. Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop
WARNING: Before you begin any of fire or explosion. Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. To replace the battery, slide it into...
Setup Guide - Page 30
... download files, and so on your computer. Click Personalize, to music and internet radio stations. Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop
Software Features
NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer.
Customizing Your Energy Settings
You can use the...
Setup Guide - Page 44
INSPIRON
Restoring Your Operating System
You can use it was in when you purchased the computer. However, using the Operating System disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the disc only if System Restore...data files.
Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer are completely reversible.
42 Any changes that System Restore makes to the ...
Setup Guide - Page 56
... your computer may void your hard drive. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software, or update drivers for your computer.
54 the Drivers and Utilities disc. the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. Check your warranty and return...
Setup Guide - Page 58
... Intel Core™2 Duo
External bus frequency
L2 cache 1 MB 1 MB
1 MB
2 MB/3 MB/6 MB 667 MHz, 800 MHz, and 1066 MHz
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Specifications
System model
Inspiron 1440
This section provides information that you may vary by region.
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 65
Index
A
AC adapter size and weight 61
airflow, allowing 5
B
backups creating 29
C
calling Dell 52 computer, setting up 5
connect(ing) to the Internet 10
conserving energy 28 customer service 49 customizing
your energy settings 28
D
damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 29 Dell Factory Image Restore 42 Dell Support Center 36 Dell support website 55
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