Dell XPS L501X Support Question
Dell XPS L501X Support Question
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Question posted by Kuamma on February 1st, 2014
How To Remove Hard Drive From Dell Xps L501x Laptop
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Answer #2: Posted by prateekk007 on February 1st, 2014 7:54 AM
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Hi Kuamma,
Please click on the link given below and refer to page number 24 to get the instructions for replacing the hard drive:
Please reply if you have further queries.
To know more about Dell Product Support, Drivers & Downloads, Order & Dispatch status -> choose your region US Customers; India Customers. For Here for Dell support videos.Thanks & Regards
Prateek K
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Setup Guide - Page 9
... in permanent damage to the computer.
7 Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire.
Restricting airflow around your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the fan when the computer gets hot.
Before Setting Up Your Computer
When positioning your...
Setup Guide - Page 24
Right View Features
1
2 34
5 67
22 Using Your XPS Laptop
This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.
Setup Guide - Page 27
... devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices
(such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). In such cases, turn off or in sleep state. NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is automatically shut off or in
sleep state. Using Your XPS Laptop
8
eSATA/USB combo...
Setup Guide - Page 33
..., never turn off the computer when the hard drive
activity light is on the XPS logo indicates the power states. Turns on page 34.
2
Hard drive activity light - For more information on
the battery status light, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on page 34.
5 Function key row - Using Your XPS Laptop
1
Battery status light - For more information on...
Setup Guide - Page 57
...damage to expand the selection (if not already expanded) and then click Manage 3D Settings.
3. Your hard drive returns to select the application's executable file (.exe).
In the Program Settings tab, click Add and browse... caused by detecting a free fall state is detected, the hard drive is no longer detected.
55
Using Your XPS Laptop
Changing the Application Profile Settings
1.
Setup Guide - Page 65
... previous versions of Windows.
2. Write down any error message that is displayed to check the hard drive or CDs.
• Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your ...that your files immediately.
• Use a virus-scanning program to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell.
63
Solving Problems
-- If you have other software problems -
• Back up your computer...
Setup Guide - Page 68
... the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals). S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Possible hard-disk drive failure during POST. A parameter out of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - Hard-disk drive failure - Hard-disk drive read failure - CAUTION - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no...
Setup Guide - Page 69
... search field and press to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer,...Dell Diagnostics from your computer. Dell Diagnostics
If you contact Dell for technical assistance. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 62 and run Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your hard drive...
Setup Guide - Page 70
...: If you want to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found with this system so far. b. Using Support Tools
Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on (or restart) your computer.
3. This may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on...
Setup Guide - Page 71
...screen to return to run.
5. Press any key to the Choose An Option window.
4.
To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit.
69 If a problem is encountered during a test, a message... on page 87) for assistance. NOTE: The Service Tag for your hard drive and to go to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer is not invoked:
Press...
Setup Guide - Page 74
...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 ... any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup
when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive
Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc
to restore your computer to...
Setup Guide - Page 76
... Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 77) to restore your operating system. 74
You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive ... system problem. Restoring Your Operating System
Dell DataSafe Local Backup
CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your operating system permanently removes any newly added internal hardware.
Create ...
Setup Guide - Page 78
...:
• Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to wait until you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer.
• Hard drive failure that you backup your computer and try again.
3. You can use of the...
Setup Guide - Page 79
... your computer and try again.
77
If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer.
If possible, back up the data before using this option. When the DELL™ logo appears, press
several times to access the Advanced Boot Options window...
Setup Guide - Page 80
... If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore.
7. Click Next. To access the ...restart the computer.
78 The System Recovery Options window appears.
4. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The restore process begins and may ...
Setup Guide - Page 85
... "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 86), indicating the tests that you back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any accessories that belong with your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67).
4. Include a copy of the box. Remove any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if...
Setup Guide - Page 90
... about the Microsoft® Windows® operating system and features
See:
"System Recovery Media" on page 76 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67 "My Dell Downloads" on page 65 support.dell.com
upgrade your computer with new or additional components like a new hard drive
reinstall or replace a worn or defective part
the Service Manual at support...
Setup Guide - Page 92
Specifications
This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your desktop.
Computer Model
Dell™ XPS™ L501X
Computer Information
System chipset Mobile Intel® 5 series express chipset HM57
Processor type
Intel Core™ i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel Pentium&#...
Service Manual - Page 1
Dell™ XPS™ L501X Service Manual
Regulatory model: P11F series
Regulatory type: P11F001
Service Manual - Page 39
... assembly. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your warranty. CAUTION: Only a certified...
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