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... click Start. If you are four basic RAID levels discussed in the loss of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for and attempt recovery of one drive results in this section. There are an administrator on the RAID configuration. • RAID level 0 is recommended for... integrity • RAID level 5 is a disk storage configuration that increases performance or data redundancy. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Drives and Media 83 otherwise, contact your data. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Your computer may appear. For Windows® XP: Click Start...
... click Start. If you are four basic RAID levels discussed in the loss of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for and attempt recovery of one drive results in this section. There are an administrator on the RAID configuration. • RAID level 0 is recommended for... integrity • RAID level 5 is a disk storage configuration that increases performance or data redundancy. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. Drives and Media 83 otherwise, contact your data. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Your computer may appear. For Windows® XP: Click Start...
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...software to the factory condition, and then click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. These options restore your hard drive to the operating state ...it was in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to reboot the ...
...software to the factory condition, and then click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. These options restore your hard drive to the operating state ...it was in the User name field, then click OK. 5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to reboot the ...
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... open the home page to identify and fix problems with your computer. • About Your System - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your computer. • Dell Datasafe™ Online Backup - Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Click or right-click the icon to access drivers and downloads for...
... open the home page to identify and fix problems with your computer. • About Your System - Click to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your computer. • Dell Datasafe™ Online Backup - Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Click or right-click the icon to access drivers and downloads for...
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.... • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it is connected to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. Windows XP 1 Click Start and click My Computer...Check Now. 4 Click Scan for a dial tone. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See the documentation shipped came with your computer. CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION CHECK THE TELEPHONE JACK CONNECT THE MODEM ...
.... • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it is connected to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. Windows XP 1 Click Start and click My Computer...Check Now. 4 Click Scan for a dial tone. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See the documentation shipped came with your computer. CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION CHECK THE TELEPHONE JACK CONNECT THE MODEM ...
Setup Guide
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...(Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights... Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software...
...(Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights... Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software...
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Contents Using Support Tools 48 Dell Support Center 48 My Dell Downloads 49 System Messages 50 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 56 System Restore 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 System Recovery Media 61 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Getting Help 64 Technical Support and Customer Service 65 DellConnect 65 Online...
Contents Using Support Tools 48 Dell Support Center 48 My Dell Downloads 49 System Messages 50 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 56 System Restore 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 System Recovery Media 61 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Getting Help 64 Technical Support and Customer Service 65 DellConnect 65 Online...
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... if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or ... used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your Inspiron 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...
... if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or ... used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your Inspiron 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...
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Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 61. 11 NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 61. 11 NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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...automated backup and recovery service that appear on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. You can access the service on the screen. 39 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may ...not be available in all regions. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password‑protected account. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload...
...automated backup and recovery service that appear on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. You can access the service on the screen. 39 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may ...not be available in all regions. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password‑protected account. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload...
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... your own backup media. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. To register and use . 49 For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. From this website you can... download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. Go to DellSupportCenter.com. access copies of the software ...
... your own backup media. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. To register and use . 49 For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. From this website you can... download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. Go to DellSupportCenter.com. access copies of the software ...
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If possible, backup your computer. 56 Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the... data files before using any of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer using these options. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your ...
If possible, backup your computer. 56 Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the... data files before using any of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer using these options. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your ...
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...® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you to: • Backup and restore your computer. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware....(USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ...
...® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you to: • Backup and restore your computer. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware....(USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ...
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...: 1. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media. To restore the factory image of recovery options that are installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Use the system recovery media in when you see the Microsoft® Windows...
...: 1. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media. To restore the factory image of recovery options that are installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Use the system recovery media in when you see the Microsoft® Windows...
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Turn on as a local user. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. NOTE: Depending upon your computer and try again. 3. Select the check box to confirm that you ...may take five or more minutes to proceed with Dell Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. The restore process ...
Turn on as a local user. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. NOTE: Depending upon your computer and try again. 3. Select the check box to confirm that you ...may take five or more minutes to proceed with Dell Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. The restore process ...
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Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 61 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software find more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 61 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...