Dell P09E setup guide Getting Help

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Getting Help

If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:

1.See “Solving Problems” on page 65 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.

2.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 74 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics.

3.Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 92.

4.Use Dell’s extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support (support. dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. See “Online Services” on page 88 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online.

5.If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Before You Call” on page 91.

NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures.

NOTE: Dell’s Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries.

When prompted by Dell’s automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.

NOTE: Some of the services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information on availability.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE November 2010 P/N C4XC4 Rev. A00 Contents Using Support Tools Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix 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 SIM card 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 Set Up Stereoscopic 3D Optional Set Up 3D TV Optional Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features Using Your XPS Laptop Back View Features Using Your XPS Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsPower Button Light Or XPS Logo Light Disabling Battery Charging Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Multimedia Control Keys System SetupWindows Mobility Center 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 FastAccess Facial Recognition Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Dell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaNvidia Optimus Technology Optional Nvidia 3DTV Play Changing the Application Profile Settings3D Games Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop 3D Photos Blu-ray 3DDell Dock Optional Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconDell Stage Optional Using Your XPS Laptop Free Fall Sensor Solving Problems Beep CodesTouch Screen Problems Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterMy Dell Downloads 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 Starting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last 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 Websites Online ServicesDell Support E-mail Addresses Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 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 AdapterTouch Pad KeyboardPhysical Computer Environment Appendix Index ISP Index Index Page Page 0C4XC4A00