Dell PP25L, N073F setup guide Insert the Drivers and Utilities media

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4.Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.

Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.

2.Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> 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.

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

Using Support Tools

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 Model PP25L July N073F Contents Restoring Your Operating System Getting HelpInspiron Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopUsing The Wireless Switch Check the Wireless SwitchConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista SetupSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopWiFi status light Turns on when Bluetooth status light Right Side Features Security cable slot Used to attach Left Side Features Front Side Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Media Controls 3 4 Display FeaturesRemoving and Replacing Battery Using the Optical Disc Drive Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the DesktopBacking Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Wired Connections Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Lockups and Software ProblemsClick Applications Solving Problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help DellConnect Online Services ServiceSupport.dell.com Automated Order-Status Service AutoTech ServiceMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources System Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor Memory Express CardVideo CommunicationsIDT STAC9228 AudioKeyboard DisplayTouchpad BatteryAC Adapter Computer Environment PhysicalRelative humidity maximum Index Index Network connection fixing Index Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper Page Page Page Page

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