Dell PP40S 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

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

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.

2.Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> 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.When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE July M438J Contents Getting Help Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable optional Press the Power Button Ubuntu Information Windows Vista SetupConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows VistaClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Camera activity light Indicates when the camera is on or off Display FeaturesRemoving and Replacing the Battery Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesCustomizing Your Energy Settings Productivity and CommunicationClick Back up files or Back up computer Backing Up Your DataNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems If the computer stops responding Click ApplicationsClick End Task If you have other software problems Dell Support Center Using Support Tools Keyboard 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 RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore you Begin Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onOnline Services ServiceFtp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationBefore You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources Memory Basic SpecificationsSystem Model ProcessorAudio Computer InformationCommunications VideoPorts and Connectors Basic SpecificationsDisplay DimensionsTouch pad BatteryCamera Battery Physical AC AdapterRelative humidity maximum Computer EnvironmentIndex Index Index Network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection Page Page Printed on recycled paper

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