Dell XPS L502X Support Question
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Question posted by latsbran on September 5th, 2013
How To Replace Hard Drive In Dell Xps L502x
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Setup Guide - Page 9
Fan noise is powered on .
You should never place your Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric ... to place your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Restricting airflow around your Dell XPS laptop. The computer turns on the right and left sides. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of...
Setup Guide - Page 26
Right View Features
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24 Using Your XPS Laptop
This section provides information about the features available on your Dell XPS laptop.
Setup Guide - Page 29
..., external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off or in /Microphone connector - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again.
In such cases, turn off when only 10% of the total battery life remains.
27 Connects to charge the device.
Using Your XPS Laptop
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Audio...
Setup Guide - Page 35
... more information on
the battery status light, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on page 42.
4 XPS logo light - Using Your XPS Laptop
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Battery status light - For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 36.
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Hard drive activity light -
The light on .
3 Control strip -
Turns on page 36.
5 Function key row...
Setup Guide - Page 63
... 1080p resolution. NOTE: For more information on your computer. Your hard drive returns to normal operation, when the free fall state caused by accidentally dropping the computer....state is detected, the hard drive is no longer detected.
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NOTE: To see knowledge base articles and frequently asked questions, go to www.nvidia.com. Using Your XPS Laptop
Blu-ray 3D
The...
Setup Guide - Page 71
... on your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell.
69 If you have other software problems -
• Back up your files immediately.
• Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.
• Save and close any error message that your computer. See the...
Setup Guide - Page 72
... Manager - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your computer. Monitor system events and changes over time. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, warranty status, and alerts on the day...
Setup Guide - Page 74
... "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Start Dell Diagnostics from your computer, perform the...Dell Diagnostics before you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter:
1. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps.
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your hard drive...
Setup Guide - Page 75
... until you want to be working properly.
2. Do you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 93) for assistance.
1. Ensure that the computer is invoked: a. This may invoke...
Setup Guide - Page 76
... Service Tag for assistance. The following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer is displayed at the top of the problem appears on page 93) for your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window.
4. If...
Setup Guide - Page 79
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
Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc
to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer
to restore your ...
Setup Guide - Page 81
... the data files. Create backup media of applications you need to the operating state it is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to install on page 82) to restore your operating system permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you backup your operating...
Setup Guide - Page 83
... state it at the time of the recovery options installed on your computer.
• Hard drive failure that you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer. You can use of purchase. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon in case of your desktop.
2.
Follow the instructions on the...
Setup Guide - Page 84
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4.
NOTE: If you received your computer using this option.
Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data...Restoring Your Operating System
To restore the operating system and Dell factory-installed software on certain computers. Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you ...
Setup Guide - Page 85
... on . NOTE: If you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore
1.
When the DELL logo appears, press several times to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore.
7. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: Depending upon your computer and try again.
3. NOTE...
Setup Guide - Page 86
... Operating System 8. Click Finish to the factory condition, then click Next. Select the check box to confirm that you
want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to restart the computer.
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Setup Guide - Page 91
...hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. Include a copy of the box. Include a copy of your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 92), indicating the tests that belong with your return.
1. Call Dell...telephone number to call for your confidential, proprietary or personal information; Dell is for credit.
89 Getting Help
Returning Items for Repair Under ...
Setup Guide - Page 96
..." on page 81
run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72
reinstall system software
"My Dell Downloads" on page 70
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.dell.com/manuals
NOTE: In some countries, opening and...
Setup Guide - Page 98
... Center, click the icon in the notification area of your computer, see the About Your System section in the Dell Support Center. Computer Model
Dell XPS L502X
Computer Information
System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series express chipset HM67
Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7
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Memory
Memory module connector
Memory module ...
Setup Guide - Page 104
...,000 ft)
Airborne
G2 or lower as defined
contaminant level by ISA-S71.04-1985 for operating - measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2-ms half-sine pulse; measured with the hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse):
Operating
110 G
NonOperating
160 G
Altitude (maximum):
Operating
-15.2 to 3048...
