Dell M770H, PP39S setup guide Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc

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Using Support Tools

Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc

NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an external optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve discs.

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc.

2.Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <0> immediately.

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again.

NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program.

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3.When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RWand press <Enter>.

4.Select the Boot from CD-ROMoption from the menu that appears and press <Enter>.

5.Type 1 to start the CD menu and press <Enter> to proceed.

6.Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer.

7.When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE August M770H Contents Getting Help Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting the AC Adapter Connecting the Network Cable optional Turning on Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Using the Wireless Key Microsoft Windows XP Setup Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows XPConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wireless Connection in Windows XP Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows XPClick Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet Click Start→ lnternet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Right Side FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Audio Out/ Headphone connectorLeft Side Features USB 2.0 connectors 2 Connect to Security cable slot Attaches aIn-1 Media card reader Provides a Computer Base and Keyboard Features Power indicator light Turns on when the system is powered on Press Fn6 to turn up the volume Display Features Camera optional Built-inRemoving and Replacing the Battery Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the Desktop in Windows XPSolving Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems Solving ProblemsMemory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageLockups and Software Problems Click ApplicationsIf the computer stops responding Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support Center Using Support Tools System MessagesDell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start→ Help and Support Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Solid-state Drive Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Windows Operating System Reinstallation Restoring Your Operating SystemBefore you Begin Reinstalling Windows XP Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsFill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpService Online ServicesAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceProduct Information Ftp.dell.comDiagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications System Model Dell InspironProcessor MemoryComputer Information Internal StorageCommunications VideoPorts and Connectors AudioDimensions DisplayBattery Camera optionalTouch pad Temperature range AC AdapterPhysical Computer Environment Index Index Network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper