Dell XPS L401X Support Question
Dell XPS L401X Support Question
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Question posted by tiredsam on August 29th, 2014
How To Reset Dell Xps L401x
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Answer #1: Posted by DELLShawnB on August 29th, 2014 5:30 AM
DELLShawnB
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Hi tiredsam,
Depending on the version of Windows and software currently installed on your system, there are a few optiuons available to perform a factory reset / operating system restore.
If you have used / have installed the Dell DataSafe backup, the following guide will walk you through a restore:
Restoring Your Dell Computer to Original Factory Installation with Dell DataSafe Local Backup 2.0
If restoring through Dell media / or Microsoft backup and recovery, these guides should help out:
Restoring Your Computer´s Software to the Factory Settings
http://www.dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/19/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?docid=266618
System Restorehttp://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/products/features/system-restore
Check out this thread on Microsofts technet forum for other users also looking to reset there L401x:
Microsoft Technet forum - how to reinstall windows 7 to dell xps l401x
Thanks,
Shawn B
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Related Dell XPS L401X Manual Pages
Setup Guide - Page 4
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All rights reserved. Bluetooth is...
Setup Guide - Page 5
Contents
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9...Wireless Display (Optional 18 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Connect to the Internet (Optional 20
Using Your XPS Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 30 Status ...
Setup Guide - Page 9
...it to the computer.
7 Do not place your computer.
The computer turns on . Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
This section provides information about setting up your laptop may result in the air vents.
To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm ...it is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.
Setup Guide - Page 10
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
Connect the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to your computer.
8 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
However, power connectors and power ...
Setup Guide - Page 11
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
9
Setup Guide - Page 13
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For more information on the screen. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
Set Up Microsoft Windows
Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer unusable and you will ...
Setup Guide - Page 14
... Microsoft Windows. 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...
Setup Guide - Page 15
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 76.
13 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see...
Setup Guide - Page 20
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
Set Up Wireless Display (Optional)
NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported on the desktop... Intel® Wireless Display window appears.
18
Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com. Ensure that your computer is enabled (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 16).
3. Turn on your TV, ...
Setup Guide - Page 22
Before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Ensure that shipped with your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on ...your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16).
2.
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an ...
Setup Guide - Page 24
Using Your XPS Laptop
This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.
Right View Features
1
2 34 5
6
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Setup Guide - Page 31
... or monitor for both 5.1 audio and video
signals. Connects to the computer. You can purchase the VGA/DVI cable and the miniDsiplayPort adapter at www.dell.com.
3
AC adapter connector -
Connects to the AC adapter to
external DisplayPort monitors and projectors. Digital interface standard connector that connects to power the computer...
Setup Guide - Page 43
Using Your XPS Laptop
1
Power button and light - Turns on page 34. For more information on
the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on if the... power
button light, see
"Enable or Disable Wireless" on your choice.
7
Audio control-panel control - The
control panel allows you to launch the Dell Audio control panel. Indicates the battery charge status.
Setup Guide - Page 48
...you to download songs when connected to radio stations from the All Programs menu. You can customize Dell Stage as follows:
• Rearrange an application shortcut - You can also listen to the Internet...allows you made while purchasing your computer.
• Music - Using Your XPS Laptop
Using the Touch Screen (Optional)
The touch screen feature converts your music files by album, artist,...
Setup Guide - Page 49
.... Provides a preview of up to four of your favorite web pages. View, organize, or edit your frequently-used programs.
Using Your XPS Laptop
• StickyNotes - Click or tap the web page preview to add, edit, or delete a web page preview. Create notes or... and collections of your favorite web pages. • Photo - Provides quick access to the Internet.
• Dell Web -
Setup Guide - Page 52
... remove external cables (including the AC adapter). This computer should only use batteries from Dell. To replace the battery: 1. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers.
Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. Using Your XPS Laptop
Removing and Replacing the Battery
WARNING: Before you begin any of fire or explosion.
Setup Guide - Page 54
Using Your XPS Laptop
Software Features
FastAccess Facial Recognition
Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. For more information, click Start → All Programs → FastAccess.
After connecting to a Windows account or secure websites). This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by learning the unique appearance of your face and uses...
Setup Guide - Page 55
... theater equipment. For more information, go to music and Internet radio stations. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your own CDs/DVDs, listen to DellDataSafe.com.... on your computer using a password‑protected account.
Using Your XPS Laptop
Entertainment and Multimedia
You can download or copy pictures and video files from catastrophic incidents like...
Setup Guide - Page 58
Using Your XPS Laptop
Dell Dock (Optional)
The Dell Dock is a group of the icons
Add a Category
1. Right-click the Dock, click Add→ Category. Select an icon for the category in the Title ...
Setup Guide - Page 92
... section in the notification area of your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop.
Computer Model
Dell™ XPS™ L401X
Computer Information
System chipset Mobile Intel® 5 series express chipset HM57
Processor type
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