Dell N5010, 9N1F7, P10F Hardware Troubleshooter, Dell Diagnostics, Click Start → Help and Support

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Hardware Troubleshooter

If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility.

To start the Hardware Troubleshooter:

1.Click Start Help and Support.

2.Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press <Enter> to start the search.

3.In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps.

Using Support Tools

Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 48 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.

NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer.

Ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active. Press <F2> during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility.

Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE March 2010 P/N 9N1F7 Rev. A01 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up the Operating System Set Up Microsoft WindowsSet Up Ubuntu Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional SIM card SIM card slot Battery bay Enable or Disable Wireless Optional To disable wireless To enable wirelessSet Up Wireless Display Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Front View Features Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsIndicator light status Computer states Power Button Light/Power Indicator LightComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom Multimedia Control Keys System Setup Bios UtilityWindows Mobility Center Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia KeyUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive Disc Spindle Optical drive tray Eject button Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery lock latch Battery release latch FastAccess Facial Recognition Software FeaturesStart → Programs → FastAccess Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Dell DataSafe Online BackupAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconSolving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Network Problems Wireless ConnectionsWired Connections Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatability Wizard If you have other software problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAbout Your System System Tab at support.dell.comSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable Them Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemStarting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Dell DataSafe Local BackupUpgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreConfirm Data Deletion screen appears Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support Customer ServiceOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Locating Your Service TagDiagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to Dell Support Center. To launch the DellSupport Center, click Computer Model SpecificationsSystem Chipset ProcessorMemory ConnectorsMedia Card Reader CommunicationsVideo Camera AudioKeyboard Touch PadDisplay BatteryPhysical AC AdapterStorage To 95% Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index Page Page 09N1F7A01
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