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    Me and My Dell © 2013 Dell Inc.
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    to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2013 Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel®, Centrino®, and Core™ are
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    the desktop Turning off your computer Charms Start screen and tiles Apps Closing an app Snapping apps More Information About Your Computer Power Adapter Battery Coin-Cell Battery Touchpad Display Touchscreen 3D Wireless Display 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 18
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    20 Keyboard Backlight 20 On-Screen Keyboard 21 Keyboard Connection Types 21 Wired 21 Wireless 21 Service Tag and Express-Service Code 22 Locating the Label on Your Computer 22 Dell Support Website 22 System Setup 22 Storage Device 23 Internal Storage Devices 23 Removable
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    Audio 32 7.1 Audio 32 Webcam 33 ExpressCards 33 Network 35 Modem 35 Network‑Interface Controller (NIC) 35 Wireless Local‑Area Network (WLAN) Adapter 36 Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Adapter 36 Bluetooth 36 Near-Field Communication 36 Setting Up Your Computer 37 Connecting
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    Using Your Computer 44 Charging the Battery 44 Using your Keyboard 44 Keyboard Shortcuts 44 Keyboard Shortcuts - Windows 8/Windows RT 47 Customizing Your Keyboard 48 Changing Keyboard Input Language 49 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop 50 Using Your Touchpad 50 Touchpad Gestures 51
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    and Connectors 59 Audio 59 Types of Audio Ports 59 USB 60 USB Ports 60 USB Standards 61 eSATA 61 IEEE 1394 Network 66 Local Area Network (LAN) 66 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 67 Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) 67 Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) 67 Contents  7
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    Computrace 69 Getting Help on Computrace 69 My Dell Downloads 69 My Dell 70 Downloading or Upgrading My Dell 70 Accessing My Dell: 70 PC Checkup 70 Solution Station 71 Solution Station Offerings 72 Quickset 72 Installing Quickset 73 NVIDIA 3D Applications 73 Playing Games
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    factory settings 80 Dell DataSafe Local Backup Premium 81 Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local specific files or folders from a File & Folder Backup 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Accessing Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 83 System Restore 84 Windows
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    PSA 88 Enhanced PSA 89 LCD BIST 90 Starting LCD BIST 90 Invoking ePSA 91 Beep Codes 92 BIOS 93 Changing BIOS Settings 93 Entering System Setup 93 Resetting BIOS Password 94 Remove the CMOS Battery 94 Use System‑Board Jumper 94 Changing the Boot Sequence 95 Using Boot Menu
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    97 Configuring Power Settings 98 Configuring the Power Button Behavior 98 Improving Battery Life 99 Dell Longevity Mode 100 Dell Desktop Mode 100 Migration Tips 101 Migrating from one Windows Operating System to a newer Operating System 101 Ergonomic Instructions 101 Dell and the
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    settings, customizations, and so on, with your Microsoft account and other Windows 8 devices that you sign in to using the same email ID. address and follow the instructions on the screen. Local account Tap or click Sign in without a Microsoft account and follow the instructions on the screen.
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    Windows - tap or click the Desktop tile on the Start screen. Turning off your computer 1. Access the charms sidebar and tap or click Settings. 2. Tap or click Power . If you are using a multi-touch touchpad, swipe-in from the right and audio to supported devices, such as a TV. Provides access
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    programs created specifically to utilize the metro interface of Windows 8. Apps run in full-screen mode and are generally integrated with the Windows 8 more information on Windows 8 and the new features using any of the following resources. • Getting Started tile • dell.com/support • microsoft.com
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    it is designed for, and the power cable varies based on the country where the power adapter is shipped. CAUTION: To avoid damaging your computer, it is recommended to use only the power adapter that shipped with your computer or a Dell‑approved replacement power adapter. 16  Power Adapter
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    replaceable or may require a Dell service technician to replace. NOTE: High-capacity batteries generally have a longer life-cycle, since you need to charge high-capacity batteries less often compared to low capacity batteries. NOTE: For tips on improving the battery life, see Improving Battery Life
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    Some external displays also have USB ports, media-card readers, and so on. Displays may also support features such as, touchscreen, 3D, and wireless connection. Touchscreen Touchscreen is a display device that lets you interact with the objects on the screen by touching the display instead of using
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    Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 8 Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support. NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported Esc>, and the Windows key • Shortcut keys to perform specific tasks or to launch specific features • Function keys
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    . The backlit keyboard on Dell laptops have different lighting states. Press the and the right-arrow key to toggle between the various lighting states. NOTE: Backlit keyboard may not be available on all computers. See the Specifications of your computer at dell.com/support. 20  Keyboard
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    ). Wired Wired keyboards are connected to the computer using a cable (generally USB) and do not require additional power source, such as batteries. Wireless Wireless keyboards are may be use Radio Frequency (RF) or Bluetooth (BT) to connect to your computer. This reduces cable clutter and gives
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    of the tablet NOTE: For the specific location of the label on your device, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer or at dell.com/support. Dell Support Website 1. Go to dell.com/support. 2. Click Detect Service Tag and follow the instructions on the screen. System Setup 1. Turn
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    Most storage devices store data till you manually delete the data. Examples of storage devices are hard‑disk drives (HDD), solid‑state drives (SSD), optical-disc drives, flash drives, and so on. Internal Storage Devices Internal storage devices are installed within your computer and generally cannot
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    cards, also referred to as media or flash cards, use flash memory to store data. They are re-writeable, fast, and retain data even when power supply is cut off. They are commonly used in devices such as digital cameras, mobile phones, media players, gaming consoles, and so on. Your computer
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    Extreme Digital (xD) Memory Stick XC (MSXC) Compact Flash I , II/Compact Flash MD Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo Memory Stick (MS)/Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro) Smart Media/Smart Media XD Storage Device  25
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    Memory Module A memory module stores temporary data that your computer needs to perform tasks. Any file or application loads in the memory modules before you can open or use them. Memory modules are categorized based on their capacity (in GB) and speed (in MHz). Faster and higher amount of memory
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    • Memory-module connectors • Expansion‑card slots • CMOS to store the BIOS The figure below lists the basic components of a desktop system board. for. 1 processor socket 3 power connector 5 PCI-Express x1 connector 7 eSATA connector 2 memory-module connector 4 battery socket 6 PCI-Express x16
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    the chipset may be integrated in the processor. Processor Processors receive data and instructions from applications and process the data as requested by the software. Processors are designed specifically for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and so on. Generally the processor designed for one type
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    a computer by expelling hot air from the computer. Computer fans are commonly used to cool components that have high power consumption and thus generate a high amount of heat. Keeping the components cool helps in protecting them from overheating, malfunctioning, and damage. Heat Sink Heat sinks are
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    on the processor. Integrated video cards generally share the system memory (RAM) and the may also utilize the processor to perform video processing. data transfer rates while reducing the power consumption. • Discrete - Discrete video cards are installed separately on the system board. Discrete
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    watch television on your computer. TV tuners are available for desktop and laptop computers as internal or external devices: Internal • PCI-E • PCI External • USB • PC Card • ExpressCard TV tuners are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built-in TV tuners. For more information on
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    a built-in speaker, however, they are used only to produce beeps to indicate errors or failures. You can also connect external speakers to your computer or tablet. Speakers may support 3.5 mm audio connector, USB, or wireless connection to your computer. Speakers are generally categorized by the
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    drivers and software are generally installed when you receive your computer. For more information on using the webcam, see Using the Webcam. ExpressCards ExpressCards can be inserted into the ExpressCard slot available on some computers. Devices that are available in ExpressCard format are TV-tuner
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    EC 34) Types of ExpressCards ExpressCard/34 ExpressCard/54 Features • Used in smaller computers and supports limited peripherals • Can be used on both EC 34 and EC 54 slots • Supports a wide range of peripheral devices • Consumes more power than the 34 mm cards • Can be used only on computers that
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    a digital telephone line, like Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) or Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). Router A router is a device that forwards data or wireless. A wired router allows you to connect your computer using a Ethernet (RJ45) cable. Most wired home routers have four ports allowing
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    the powerful core touching the devices with each other or by bringing them close to each other. You can use NFC-enabled devices to read NFC-tags, make payments, share files between compatible devices, and so on. On Dell laptops and tablets that support NFC, it is enabled by default when wireless
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    For setup instructions specific to your computer or tablet, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer or at dell.com/support. Connecting To The Internet You can connect to the internet using cable, DSL, dial‑up, or a WWAN connection. You may also install a wired or wireless router to
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    your laptop or tablet to connect to the internet. The WWAN card on your computer connects directly to the service service contract, the internet may already be activated. For help on setting up internet on your tablet, contact your network provider. Windows 8/Windows RT 1. Make sure that wireless
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    setting up 5.1/7.1 audio, you must connect the speakers to the appropriate ports for best audio output. NOTE: For more information on the ports available on your computer or tablet, see the Specifications at dell.com/support. NOTE: For best results, place the speakers as specified in the documents
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    Connecting 5.1 Speakers 1 Rear audio connector on the 5 computer 2 Center/LFE surround out on 6 the computer 3 Front audio connector on 7 the computer 4 5.1 channel audio cable Center/LFE surround out on the speaker Front audio connector on the speaker Rear audio connector on the speaker 40 
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    Connecting 7.1 Speakers 1 Rear audio connector on 6 Center/LFE surround out on the computer the speaker 2 Center/LFE surround out 7 Front audio connector on the on the computer speaker 3 Side audio connector on 8 Rear audio connector on the the computer speaker 4 Front audio connector on 9
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    printers may also support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection. NOTE: The features supported by your printer and the steps to install may vary depending these steps. If you are installing a wireless printer, follow the instructions in the documentation of your printer. Windows 8 1. Access the Search
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    to install the drivers and other Dell laptop, turn on wireless. To pair a device with your computer or tablet, see the documentation for your device. NOTE: To find out if your computer or tablet has an internal Bluetooth card, see the Specifications of your computer or tablet at dell.com/support
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    power adapter. Allow the battery to cool down for it to resume charging. NOTE: For steps on improving the battery life of your computer, see Improving Battery Life the Task Manager window. Toggle between display devices - main display only, duplicate, extend to both displays, and second display only.
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    management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. Rename the selected item. Search for a file or folder. Display the address bar drop-down in Windows Explorer. Refresh the active window. Cycle through screen elements in a window or on the desktop. Activate the menu bar
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    text. with any arrow key Select more than one item in a window or on the desktop, or select text within a document. Windows key and Minimize all open windows. Windows key and Restore all minimized windows. This key combination functions as a toggle to restore minimized
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    shortcuts specific to Windows 8 and Windows RT. These keyboard shortcuts are in addition to the keyboard shortcuts that are already available in earlier versions of the Windows. Windows key and start typing Windows key and Windows key and Windows key and Windows key
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    your computer, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer or at dell.com/support. Customizing Your Keyboard You can customize your blink rate • Customize key sequences for input languages To customize your keyboard: Windows 8 1. Right-click anywhere on the Start screen. 2. The All
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    icons. 3. Click Keyboard. 4. Adjust the keyboard settings you want to change and click OK to save the settings and close the window. Changing Keyboard Input Language Windows 8 1. Right-click anywhere on the Start screen. 2. The All apps icon appears at the bottom-right corner of the screen. 3. Under
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    is active. • To disable the numeric keypad, press again. NOTE: Some laptops may have a dedicated numeric keypad. Using Your Touchpad Use the touchpad to move the cursor from the touchpad after the second tap, then move the selected object by sliding your finger over the surface. 50
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    double‑clicking the touchpad icon in the notification area. Your computer may support Scroll, Zoom, Rotate, Flick, and Quick Launch gestures. Scroll Pan Horizontal Auto‑Scroll - Allows you to scroll left or right on the active window. Move two fingers left or right at a fast pace to start horizontal
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    Zoom Circular Scroll Up/Down - Allows you to scroll up/down. In the vertical‑scroll zone at the right edge of the touchpad, move your finger clockwise to scroll up and counterclockwise to scroll down. Circular Scroll Left/Right - Allows you to scroll left/right. In the horizontal‑scroll zone at the
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    Two‑finger zoom - Allows you to zoom-in or zoom-out using two fingers. Place two fingers on the touchpad and then move them apart to zoom‑in. Place two fingers on the touchpad and then bring them closer to zoom‑out. Rotate Twist - Allows you to rotate active content, in 90‑degree increments, using
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    . If your computer or tablet has a touchscreen display, you can touch the screen to interact with the items instead of using a mouse the scroll bar, close and minimize windows using the buttons on the window, and so on. You can specific and may not work in all applications. 54  Using
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    on the touchscreen and then bring them closer to zoom‑out. Dwell Touch and hold the item on the screen to open the context menu. finger quickly in the desired direction to flip through content in the active window like pages in a book. Flick also works vertically when navigating content such
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    is not visible. Move two fingers in the desired direction to pan the selected object. Scroll Vertical - Scroll up or scroll down on the active window. Move a finger up or down to start vertical scrolling. Scroll Horizontal - Scroll right or left on the active
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    the device. NOTE: Make sure that you have Bluetooth drivers installed on your computer. Pairing a Bluetooth device with your computer 1. Enable Bluetooth on your computer or tablet and the device you are pairing. On a Dell laptop, turn on wireless to enable Bluetooth. For information on turning of
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    your computer or display has a built-in webcam, the drivers are installed and configured at the factory. The webcam get activated automatically when you start a video chat or video capture application. You can also use Dell Webcam Central (Windows 7 only) to capture still images and videos using the
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    , or TVs audio output. NOTE: Your computer may not support all the audio ports. For information on the ports available on your computer, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer or Specifications at dell.com/support. Types of Audio Ports Headphone port - Connect headphones, powered
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    supports Plug-and-Play and hot swapping. Plug‑and‑Play - Allows your computer to recognize and configure a device automatically. Hot swapping - Allows you to remove and connect USB devices without restarting your computer. USB Ports Standard USB - The standard USB port is present on most laptops
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    feature stops charging the device when the laptop battery charge reaches 10%. You can configure this limit using System Setup. Debug Port - The debug port enables a user to run the USB 3.0 ports in USB 2.0 mode temporarily for troubleshooting purposes and also when operating system is reinstalled
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    , printers, TVs, and digital use - Eliminates the need for special drivers or perform complicated set-ups. • Hot Supports up to 64 devices on a single connection. • Fast - Supports delivery of time-critical data at multiple speeds, currently including 100, 200 400, and 800 Megabits per second
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    to monitors, projectors, and so on. You can connect to a HDMI or DVI port using a VGA port by using the VGA to HDMI or VGA to DVI adapters. Digital Visual Interface projectors, and so on. It supports both video and audio signals. DisplayPort was designed specifically to be used with computer
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    both video and audio signals. HDMI ports are commonly available on computers, TVs, set-top boxes, DVD and Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and so on. Advantages of HDMI • Supports high resolutions and high refresh‑rates • Supports 3D transmission • Supports HDCP • Commonly available in most
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    audio in digital format. You can use S/PDIF to audio devices such as sound cards, speakers, home theater systems, TVs, and so on. It provides 5.1 audio support. There are two kinds of S/PDIF connections: • Optical - Uses optical fiber with TOSLINK connectors • Coaxial - Uses coaxial cable with
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    resources such as the Internet, other computers, shared printers, and so on. You can set up your network using cables (LAN) or using wireless devices (WLAN). Local Area Network (LAN) Devices are connected using Ethernet cables and cover a relatively small area, generally within a house or a building
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    Wide Area Network (WWAN) Also known as Mobile Broadband, this service is generally provided by the phone companies for use on mobile devices. A mobile device or laptop must support WWAN technology to connect to this network. Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Devices are generally connected
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    Locate stolen hardware computers Centralized lease Track leases information Software inventory Investigate loss License compliance Prevent theft Lo/Jack for Laptops For home and home office Protects against theft Locates using hidden software Recovers within 30 days NOTE: Computrace may not
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    an unauthorized changes to this option. Getting Help on Computrace Dell provides help on Computrace through Absolute Software. You can contact Absolue Software for help on installation, configuration, usage, and troubleshooting. To contact Absolute Software see the Absolute Software website at
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    services. Downloading or Upgrading My Dell To download or upgrade to the latest version of My Dell, go to dell.com/support. NOTE: It is recommended to download the software from the Internet when prompted during the installation of My Dell. Accessing My Dell: Windows 8 - Tap or click the My Dell
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    troubleshooting, virus and spyware removal, wireless‑network setup, and more. You can also find articles and FAQs on the most common problems and instructions on performing common tasks. The support categories provide flexible pricing and varying degrees of customer involvement in issue resolution
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    Installations and setup Troubleshooting and repair Offerings Extend warranty or service contact Dell Tech Concierge Computer setup Wireless‑network setup Software installation Windows operating‑system installation Internal‑hardware upgrades TV and home theater installation Antivirus installation
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    to reinstall Quickset, download it from the Dell support website at dell.com/support. NOTE: If you restore your computer using PC Restore or a similar application, Quickset is restored as well. NVIDIA 3D Applications The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application installed on your computer allows you to play 3D
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    Keyboard Shortcuts The following are some of the keyboard shortcuts available for 3D gaming: Keys Description Shows/hides stereoscopic 3D effects Increases 3D depth Decreases 3D depth Shows/hides in-game
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    . It allows an technical support representative to interact with your computer with your permission. A DellConnect request is initiated by a technical support agent when required during troubleshooting. NOTE: To access DellConnect and terms of usage, see dell.com/DellConnect. DellConnect  75
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    failure prevents the use of Dell Backup and Recovery or when installing Windows on a new or replacement hard drive. Use this to restore your saved or installed after you received the computer. Use this when System Restore does not resolve your problem. Operating System disc (Windows 7) Use this
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    Backup and Recovery option is available only in Windows 8. Dell Backup and Recovery has two versions: • Dell Backup and Recovery Basic • Dell Backup and Recovery Premium Features Restore your system back to factory state Backup files manually Restore files from backup Backup and restore to and
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    drive or disk before using the recovery option. NOTE: If you ordered Dell Backup Upgrade to Dell Backup and Recovery Premium. Restoring system data 1. Launch Dell Backup and Recovery. 2. Click the Backup tile and select System Backup. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring specific
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    Recovery. 3. Click Yes, Continue. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, prepare backup media of
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    only in Windows 7. Launching Dell DataSafe Local Backup 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Creating system reinstall disks 1. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2. Click Backup→ Create Recovery Media. 3. Follow the instructions on the
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    , it may be pre-installed on your computer. Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Premium 1. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2. Click UPGRADE NOW! Restoring system data 1. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2. Click Backup→ Full System Backup. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring
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    such as pictures, music, and videos - are permanently deleted. Accessing Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data
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    all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before performing Dell Factory Image Restore. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. 1. Turn on or
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    so on. Every time you install a software or device driver, your computer updates Windows system files to support the new software or device. System Restore. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Undoing the Last System Restore 1. Switch to the traditional Windows desktop. 2. Open the Settings
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    System Restore and press . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact the administrator of the computer. 3. Click Next and follow the instructions on the screen. Undoing the Last System Restore In the event
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    install or reinstall the operating system on your computer. You must reinstall all drivers drive from the list and press . 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. System Reinstall Discs The system reinstall discs created using Dell Backup and Recovery allows you to return your hard drive
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    2. Insert the system recovery disc into the optical drive or connect the USB key and power on the computer. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately to access the the boot device. 6. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery process. Operating System Disc  87
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    outlet, wait for about 30 seconds, plug in the power cables, and try connecting again. NOTE: For more information on troubleshooting, solution to common problems, and FAQs, see dell.com/support. To contact Dell for technical support. See Contacting Dell. Diagnostics Your computer has built
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    Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. NOTE: ePSA may not be supported on all computers. The ePSA home screen is divided into three areas: • Devices window - Appears on the left of
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    of the battery, power adapter, fans, and so problem during the test then the issue lies outside of the LCD. NOTE: Peripherals may have diagnostics specific Dell logo to access the Boot Menu. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows
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    test stops, the computer beeps, and an error code is displayed. Note the error code(s) and search for solutions at dell.com/support or contact Dell. Follow the instructions on the screen to Event Log tab in the Status window displays the errors that occurred during the ePSA tests. Diagnostics  91
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    contact Dell for assistance. NOTE: Some of the beep codes mentioned in the table below may not apply to your computer. Beep Codes One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced
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    the user password. • Determine the devices installed on your computer, such as amount of memory, type of hard drive, and so on. • Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer. Changing BIOS Settings CAUTION: Incorrect settings in System
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    on the location of the coin‑cell battery and instruction on removing and replacing it, see the Owner's Manual at dell.com/support. Use System‑Board Jumper Almost all system boards on desktop computers contain a jumper to clear CMOS settings along with the BIOS password. The location of this jumper
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    operating system or, using a recovery disc or USB drive. You can select the boot order using the restart your computer. 2. Press at the Dell logo to enter System Setup. NOTE: If you wait too appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop, then restart your computer and try again
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    using these online self-help resources: Self-Help Information Accessing Windows Help and Support For more information about Dell products and services For troubleshooting information, user manuals, technical help blogs, driver, software updates, and so on For more information about your Microsoft
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    there is enough free space on your internal hard drive. Not having enough free space may result in degraded performance. • Enable automatic Windows and other software updates to address software issues and improve computer security. Power Management Power management helps you reduce the electricity
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