Dell K080D manual Restoring Your Operating System

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5At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next.

The drivers that are used by your computer are automatically displayed in the My Drivers—The ResourceCD has identified these components in your system window.

6Click the driver that you want to reinstall and follow the instructions on the screen.

If a particular driver is not listed, that driver is not required by your operating system, or you must find the drivers that came with the specific device.

Manually Reinstalling Drivers

1Click the Windows Vista Start button , and right-click Computer.

2Click Properties→ Device Manager.

NOTE: The User Account Control window appears. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your administrator to enter the Device Manager.

3Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video).

4Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver.

5Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for driver software.

6Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files.

7Click the name of the driver→ OK→ Next.

8Click Finish and restart your computer.

Restoring Your Operating System

You can restore your operating system in the following ways:

•Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files.

Reinstalling Software

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Contents Dell Optiplex 960 Setup and Quick Reference Guide August K080D Contents Microsoft Windows Vista Operating Using the Hardware TroubleshooterLockups and Software Problems Dell Technical Update Service Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Automated Order-Status ServiceContents Power button, power light Optical drive About Your Computer WiFi optional lightAbout Your Computer Mini Tower Front ViewMini Tower Back View Power connector Mini Tower Back Panel ConnectorsPS2 mouse connector Serial connector Space for optional wireless connectorDesktop Front View Link integrity light Diagnostic lights About Your ComputerSecurity screw also an option Desktop Back ViewDesktop Back Panel Connectors Drive or memory card reader Small Form Factor- Front ViewOptical-drive slim-line Small Form Factor- Back View Small Form Factor- Back Panel Connectors About Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your ComputerQuick Setup Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Computer has the optional WiFi Adapter Capability Internet service Cable or DSL modemUSB wireless adapter Desktop computer with networkInstalling Your Computer in an Enclosure Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetMicrosoft Windows XP Transferring Information to a New ComputerMicrosoft Windows Vista Operating System Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Specifications PCIe x16 graphics card slot Small Form Factor one connector Mini Tower two connectorsExpansion Bus Bus speed Gbps and 3.0 Gbps SataTwo 2.5-inch HDDs Floppy drive Mini Tower and Desktop one 34-pin connectorHDDs Available deviceConnector available in all platforms Back-panel USB connectorsBack panel one line-out connector ESATA One eSATA connector available in all platforms SerialAmber light a boot failure has occurred. See For power-on statePower Problems on Diagnostic light Amber SpecificationsRear of computer Power supply light WiFi optional link lightControls and Lights Network link light Mini Tower 165 W115/230 VAC Equivalent to 50 in/sec 127 cm/sec Equivalent to 20 in/sec 51 cm/secSpecifications Using the Hardware Troubleshooter Troubleshooting TipsPower Problems Troubleshooting TipsWorking by testing it with another Ensure that any power strips beingOutlet and press the power button Devices to verify that the computerFailure has occurred Rear of the power supply unit. If Possible Power off computer, leaving Motherboard, powerLED next to the switch illuminates Problem may be with yourNormally, continue to install Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionFaulty module or reinstalled all Modules without error. If only oneIf the problem persists, Installed properly Power supply unitHas occurred If the computer boots, add Battery failure has Minute, reinstall the battery,Failure has occurred Information for your computer Identified a faulty module orMemory failure has Occurred Restart the computer. IfMemory Placement exist Configuration or Detected, but a For memory module/connectorCompatibility error Are detectedInstalled on your computer System setup to ensure the bootDetermine if a conflict exists by Card failure hasResume normal operation Memory ProblemsStandby mode Mouse, or press the power button to Lockups and Software Problems Other software problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Software DriversProperties Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver Restoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the following waysUsing Dell Factory Image Restore Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreUsing the Operating System Media Reinstalling Software Finding Information Overview, features, setup, Using and maintaining devicesConfiguration information Dell Technology Guide About your operating systemGetting Help Getting HelpObtaining Assistance Fast Call for Help Loading iAMT drivers on installationDellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Getting Help Before You Call Page Contacting Dell Index IndexReinstalling, 57 System Restore Power, 35 processor Reinstalling, 57 System Restore