Dell NHPXD, N3010, P10S setup guide Create System Recovery Media Recommended

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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 set up Microsoft Windows.

The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of the Operating System disc). You can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.

You will require the following to create the system recovery media:

•Dell DataSafe Local Backup

•USB key with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+ R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE April 2010 P/N Nhpxd Rev. A01 Contents Index Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect 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 Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the External Optical Drive Optional Setting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Connect ToSetting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features Back View Features Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status LightPower Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status Computer statesComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom System Setup Bios Utility Multimedia Control KeysWindows Mobility Center Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia KeyUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery lock latch Battery release latch Software Features FastAccess Facial RecognitionStart → Programs → FastAccess Productivity and CommunicationDell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaDell Dock Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconSolving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Network Problems Power ProblemsWireless Connections Wired ConnectionsIf the problem persists, contact Dell see Contacting Dell on Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatibility Wizard Windows Vista Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterAbout Your System System Tab at support.dell.comMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Option UseSystem Restore Starting System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Undoing the Last System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreSystem Recovery Options window appears Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnectOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Locating Your Service Tag Before You CallDiagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeIf you need to SeeSpecifications Computer ModelProcessor System ChipsetConnectors Media Card ReaderCommunications VideoAudio Camera DisplayKeyboard Battery Touch PadAC Adapter Physical Computer Environment Storage To 95%Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeImporter Index Index Index Page Page 0NHPXDA01

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