Dell P11F setup guide Using Support Tools

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Using Support Tools

CMOS checksum error — Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 87) for assistance.

Hard-disk drive failure — Possible hard-disk drive failure during POST. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 87) for assistance.

Hard-disk drive read failure — Possible hard-disk drive failure during HDD boot test. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 87) for assistance.

No boot device available — No bootable partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists.

If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device.

Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals).

CAUTION - Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. Dell recommends that you back up your data regularly. A parameter out of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem — S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 87) for assistance.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE July 2010 P/N N0KR7 Rev. A00 Contents Solving Problems Index Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card Optional Battery bay SIM card slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional Set Up the TV Tuner Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Using Your XPS Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features Front View Features Back View Features Using Your XPS Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Power Button Light Or XPS Logo Light Status Lights and IndicatorsBattery Status Light Disabling Battery Charging Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Windows Mobility Center System SetupMultimedia Control Keys Using Your XPS Laptop Control Strip Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using the Optical Drive Using the Emergency Eject HoleUsing Your XPS Laptop Display Features Using Your XPS Laptop Touch Screen Gestures Optional ZoomRotate Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery release latch Tabs Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesFastAccess Facial Recognition Dell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaDell Stage Optional Using Your XPS Laptop Nvidia Optimus Technology Changing the Application Profile Settings Free Fall SensorDell Dock Optional Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconSolving Problems Beep CodesTouch Screen Problems Wired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Drivers and Utilities Disc Insert the Drivers and Utilities discRemove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicUpgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnectDell Support E-mail Addresses Online ServicesDell Support Websites Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Locating Your Service Tag Before You CallGetting Help Contacting Dell Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeFinding More Information and Resources Specifications Computer ModelComputer Information MemoryConnectors PdifMedia Card Reader CameraCommunications AudioVideo DisplayBattery AC AdapterPhysical Keyboard BacklitTouch Pad Computer Environment Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeVDC Index ISP Index Index Page 0N0KR7A00