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4Select a restore point and click Next.

If a calendar date has only one restore point, then that restore point is automatically selected. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that you prefer.

5Click Next.

The Restoration Complete screen appears after System Restore finishes collecting data and then the computer restarts.

6After the computer restarts, click OK.

To change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration.

Undoing the Last System Restore

NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1Click the Start button, point to Programs→Accessories→System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

Enabling System Restore

If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled:

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Click Performance and Maintenance.

3Click System.

4Click the System Restore tab.

5Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.

Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec

NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any application programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Use PC Restore only if System Restore (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 103) did not resolve your operating system problem.

NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in certain countries nor on certain computers.

Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. PC Restore restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore.

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Contents Dell Inspiron 6400/E1505 W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Configuring Power Management Settings Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsComposite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network What You Need to Establish a Wlan ConnectionWhat You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Double- Clicking the Dell Support IconMobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerIf only part of the display is readable Contents Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly109 129131 132163 164Contents Finding Information Support.dell.comThese labels are located on the bottom of your computer Enter your Service Tag or product model ConfigurationClick the topic that describes your problem What Are You Looking For? Find It HereMicrosoft Windows System Restore Microsoft Earlier operating state without affecting data filesShip with your computer Your operating systemAbout Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s ConfigurationAbout Your Computer Front View W E R B U T T O N About Your Computer Y B O a R D a N D W I R E L E S S S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Right Side View Back View Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Bottom View Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerTransferring Information to a New Computer Click Finished and restart the new computer Click Finished and restart the new computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Power Protection Devices Surge ProtectorsUninterruptible Power Supplies Line ConditionersSetting Up Your Computer Using the Display Adjusting BrightnessSwitching the Video Image Setting Display ResolutionUsing the Display Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Power Management Key CombinationsSystem Functions Display FunctionsAdjusting Keyboard Settings Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsQuickSet Key Combinations Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog boxTouch Pad Customizing the Touch PadUsing a Battery Using a BatteryBattery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery MeterMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Check the Battery ChargeConserving Battery Power Low-Battery WarningPower Management Modes Check the Battery HealthHibernate Mode Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the BatteryReplacing the Battery Storing a Battery Playing CDs or DVDs Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia How to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDsUsing Blank CDs and DVDs Helpful TipsCD-Writable Drives Media Type Read Write Rewritable DVD-Writable Drives Media Type Read Write RewritableAdjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Using Dell Media Experience and Dell MediaDirectIf the computer is turned on or in standby mode If the computer is turned off or in hibernate modeConnecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Dell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience HelpUsing Multimedia Video and Standard Audio Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Composite video adapter Video cable Composite Video and Standard Audio Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Composite video adapter Pdif digital audio cable Component Video and Standard Audio Using Multimedia Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Component video adapter 2 S/PDIF digital audio cable Setting Up the Cyberlink CL Headphones Enabling S/PDIF Digital AudioEnabling the Display Settings for a TV Using Multimedia Using Cards Installing an ExpressCardUsing Cards ExpressCardsRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Installing a Media Memory Card Media Memory CardsRemoving a Media Memory Card Setting Up a Network Setting Up a NetworkPhysically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Network Setup Wizard Wireless Local Area Network WlanChecking Your Wireless Network Card What You Need to Establish a Wlan ConnectionSetting Up a New Wlan Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager Completing the Connection to the WlanMobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network CardConnecting to a Mobile Broadband Network Setting Up a Network Passwords Securing Your ComputerSecurity Cable Lock Securing Your ComputerComputer Tracking Software If Your Computer Is Lost or StolenSolving Problems Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveOption Function Tab Function Accessing the Dell Support Utility Dell Support UtilityClicking the Dell Support Icon Double-Clicking the Dell Support IconProblems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsHard drive problems Error Messages Characters in filenames Solving Problems Page ExpressCard Problems Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsWindows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed ManufacturerKeyboard Problems External Keyboard problemsLockups and Software Problems Unexpected charactersComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Dell MediaDirect problemsOther software problems Communication exists. Replace the network cable Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems Power Problems Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network WwanPrinter Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerScanner Problems No sound from external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers If the display is blank Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems What Is a Driver? DriversIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readableIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback 101 Using the Drivers and Utilities CDSave and close any open files, and exit any open programs 102 Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104105 Using the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XPBefore You Begin 106107 108 Adding and Replacing Parts Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer 110Optical Drive 111Hard Drive 112113 Memory Returning a Hard Drive to Dell115 116 Modem 117Hinge Cover 118Keyboard 119120 Wireless Mini-Card 121Install the replacement Mini-Card 122123 Coin-Cell Battery Display 125Lift the display up and away from the computer 126Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology 127128 Dell QuickSet Features Dell QuickSet Features130 Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your ComputerPacking the Computer 131Travel Tips Traveling by AirContacting Dell Contacting Dell133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 Website support.ap.dell.com 148Called from within Singapore or Malaysia only 149 150 151 Printers, and Projectors for Relationship 152153 154 Specifications 155Ports and Connectors 156In-1 Media Memory Card Reader Memory157 CommunicationsVideo Audio158 DisplayBattery 159Keyboard Touch PadPhysical 160AC Adapter 161 Environmental162 Using the System Setup Program Viewing the System Setup ScreenSystem Setup Screen AppendixCommonly Used Options Changing the Boot SequencePerforming a One-Time Boot Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayTouch Pad 165Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs 166Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals FCC Notice U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Class BMacrovision Product Notice 168Glossary Glossary169 170 Docking device See APR 171Device driver See driver 172 173 174 175 NIC See network adapter176 177 System tray See notification areaVideo resolution See resolution 178179 180 Index Index181 See also hard drive See also optical drive 182183 184 185 186

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