Dell P09T setup guide Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc

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Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc

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

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

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc.

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.

Using Support Tools

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>.

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.Select the test you want to run.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE May 2010 P/N K387P Rev. A00 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 Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Enable Bluetooth Enable Wireless LAN Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box appearsSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionRight View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopLeft View Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power/Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsBack View Features Scroll Touch Pad GesturesOne finger zoom Allows you to zoom in or out ZoomDisplay Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery release latches Battery bayBattery bay slots Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Dell Help DocumentationAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Solving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Network Problems Wireless ConnectionsWired Connections Power Problems Memory Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click End Task Click ApplicationsWelcome screen, click Next Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Hardware Troubleshooter Click 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 Dell DataSafe Local BackupClick Start Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and 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 DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to SeeDell Support Center. To launch the Dell Specifications MemoryComputer Information Communications ConnectorsMedia Card Reader CameraAudio DisplayVideo KeyboardTouch Pad BatteryPhysical AC AdapterComputer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index