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otherwise, contact your data. Working with RAID A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for and attempt recovery of bad sectors, and then click Start. If you are four basic RAID levels discussed in the loss of data integrity. • RAID level... of one drive results in this section. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Your computer may appear. Drives and Media 83 For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). For Windows® XP: Click Start → My Computer. ...
otherwise, contact your data. Working with RAID A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for and attempt recovery of bad sectors, and then click Start. If you are four basic RAID levels discussed in the loss of data integrity. • RAID level... of one drive results in this section. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Your computer may appear. Drives and Media 83 For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). For Windows® XP: Click Start → My Computer. ...
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...continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on . NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want.... The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, and then click Next. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to complete. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. 6 Click Next. A message appears when the operating system and factory...
...continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. The System Recovery Options window appears. 3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 4 To access the recovery options, log on . NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want.... The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, and then click Next. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to complete. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. 6 Click Next. A message appears when the operating system and factory...
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...icon. Click to access drivers and downloads for your computer. • Dell Datasafe™ Online Backup - Click to view alerts from the Start menu, go to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your feedback for your computer problems or order status. • Alerts... - Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Click or right-click the icon to provide your computer. •...
...icon. Click to access drivers and downloads for your computer. • Dell Datasafe™ Online Backup - Click to view alerts from the Start menu, go to access online backup and recovery service offered by Dell for your feedback for your computer problems or order status. • Alerts... - Clicking the Dell Support Center Icon Click or right-click the icon to provide your computer. •...
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...NOTE: If your computer has a modem, connect the modem to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. For additional safety best... practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. C H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I N G S - Troubleshooting 289 CHECK THE ...
...NOTE: If your computer has a modem, connect the modem to a telephone, then listen for and attempt recovery of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. For additional safety best... practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. C H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I N G S - Troubleshooting 289 CHECK THE ...
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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or... Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right ...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or... Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right ...
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... Problems 50 Lockups and Software Problems 50 Using Support Tools 53 Dell Support Center 53 My Dell Downloads 54 System Messages 55 Hardware Troubleshooter 57 Dell Diagnostics 58 Restoring Your Operating System 62 System Restore 63 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 64 System Recovery Media 66 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Getting Help 69 Technical Support and...
... Problems 50 Lockups and Software Problems 50 Using Support Tools 53 Dell Support Center 53 My Dell Downloads 54 System Messages 55 Hardware Troubleshooter 57 Dell Diagnostics 58 Restoring Your Operating System 62 System Restore 63 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 64 System Recovery Media 66 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Getting Help 69 Technical Support and...
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...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 ...8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity...
...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 ...8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity...
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NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 66. 11 Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3.
NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 66. 11 Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3.
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... not supported by Linux operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar. 2. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen. 45 Follow the instructions that helps protect your data and... other important files from portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. Using Your Inspiron...
... not supported by Linux operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar. 2. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen. 45 Follow the instructions that helps protect your data and... other important files from portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. Using Your Inspiron...
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... and to download and install the available support tools, go to DellSupportCenter.com. From this website you can download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. Backup and Recovery - NOTE: If you have purchased any additional software, you can download the software using...
... and to download and install the available support tools, go to DellSupportCenter.com. From this website you can download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. Backup and Recovery - NOTE: If you have purchased any additional software, you can download the software using...
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...system on your computer, you purchased with your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can download and install the application from support.dell.com. For more information, see "Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery" on your computer. Option Use System Restore...operating system, the Dell Digital Delivery application automatically downloads and installs the software you can restore the operating system on your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore ...
...system on your computer, you purchased with your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can download and install the application from support.dell.com. For more information, see "Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery" on your computer. Option Use System Restore...operating system, the Dell Digital Delivery application automatically downloads and installs the software you can restore the operating system on your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore ...
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... install on page 67) to restore your operating system. 64 You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive 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. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is recommended that you purchased your computer. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did...
... install on page 67) to restore your operating system. 64 You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive 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. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is recommended that you purchased your computer. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did...
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... upgrade to : • Backup and restore your computer and try again. 5. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the screen to wait until you ordered it at support...If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the upgrade. 65 Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer, if you see the knowledge base article 353560 at ...
... upgrade to : • Backup and restore your computer and try again. 5. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the screen to wait until you ordered it at support...If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the upgrade. 65 Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer, if you see the knowledge base article 353560 at ...
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...: • Operating system failure that prevents the use of your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to complete the recovery process. 66 To restore the factory image of recovery options that are installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that ...you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE:...
...: • Operating system failure that prevents the use of your computer using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to complete the recovery process. 66 To restore the factory image of recovery options that are installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that ...you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE:...
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Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to restart the computer. 68 Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. Click Next. The ...restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. NOTE: If you do not want to continue reformatting the hard drive...
Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to restart the computer. 68 Click Finish to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. Click Next. The ...restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. NOTE: If you do not want to continue reformatting the hard drive...
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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 for more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 66 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 58 "My Dell Downloads" on page 54 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 for more ... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 66 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 58 "My Dell Downloads" on page 54 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 45 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 74 CDs, playing and creating 45 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 70 D DataSafe Local Backup 64 DellConnect 70 Dell Diagnostics 58 Dell Digital Delivery install software 22 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Dell Support Center 53 Diagnostic Checklist 75 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 E email addresses for technical support 71 89 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 45 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 74 CDs, playing and creating 45 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 70 D DataSafe Local Backup 64 DellConnect 70 Dell Diagnostics 58 Dell Digital Delivery install software 22 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Dell Support Center 53 Diagnostic Checklist 75 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 E email addresses for technical support 71 89 INSPIRON
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S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 73 SIM card 12 software features 44 software problems 50 solving problems 47 specifications 80 support email addresses 71 support sites worldwide 71 System Messages 55 System Recovery Media 66 system reinstall options 62 System Restore 63 T Touch Pad Gestures 34 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 73 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 51 Windows, reinstalling 66 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless display 16 wireless network connection 48 Index 91
S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 73 SIM card 12 software features 44 software problems 50 solving problems 47 specifications 80 support email addresses 71 support sites worldwide 71 System Messages 55 System Recovery Media 66 system reinstall options 62 System Restore 63 T Touch Pad Gestures 34 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 73 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 51 Windows, reinstalling 66 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless display 16 wireless network connection 48 Index 91