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Dell WMTE01, KR019 specifications Using Dell Factory Image Restore and Dell PC Restore

Models: WMTE01 KR019

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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 process is complete.

Microsoft Windows Vista:

1Click Start .

2In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

3Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

Microsoft Windows XP:

1Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore.

2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

Enabling System Restore

NOTE: Windows Vista does not disable System Restore; regardless of low disk space. Therefore, the following steps apply only to Windows XP.

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 Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System.

2Click the System Restore tab and ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.

Using Dell Factory Image Restore and Dell PC Restore

NOTICE: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell Factory Image Restore or PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.

NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore and Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers.

Use Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista) or Dell PC Restore (Windows XP) only as the last method to restore your operating system. These options restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when

Reinstalling Software

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w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell Precision R5400 Setup and Quick Reference GuideNotes, Notices, and Cautions JuneP/N KR019 2 Setting Up Your Computer ContentsProblems Contents Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditProblems With Your Order Product InformationContents Front View About Your Computerpower button, power light diagnostic lightsBack Panel Connectors line-in connectornetwork link integrity light Quick Setup Setting Up Your Computer2 Install the rails and the computer in the rack Setting Up Your Computer3 Connect the keyboard and mouse 5 Connect the computer and monitor optional power cables Setting Up Your Computer4 Connect the monitor optional 8 Press the power button on the computer and monitor optional Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetMicrosoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows Vista2 Click Start→ Internet Explorer The New Connection Wizard appears 3 Click Connect to the InternetTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows VistaMicrosoft Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating System Media 8 Click Finish 2 Under Now go to your old computer, click Next 4 Under Which computer is this?, click Old Computer, and click NextSpecifications NOTE ASF 2.0 support and wakeup on LAN are not integrated network interface with ASF 2.0 support asavailable on the secondary NIC and are not available on NOTICE Hard drives are not hot swappablevaries according to the riser installed on your computer NOTE The center riser expansion slot configurationExpansion slots integrated ADI 1984 High Definition Audio CODECtwo back panel RJ-45 connectors for integrated 1-GB two back panel connectors line-in and line-out PS/2 keyboard and mousePCI Express x16 on outer push button - Press the power button to turn on the NOTE Heat dissipation is calculated based upon the Temperature Weighttemperature gradation of 10C per hour operating temperature is derated 1F/550 ft40 G +/- 5% with pulse duration of 2 msec +/--10% 105 G +/- 5% with pulse duration of 2 msec +/- 10%Airborne contaminant level Specifications Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ToolsPower Light If your computer emits a series of beeps during start-up Beep CodesMemory problem Programmable interval timer failureNVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configurationError Messages Do not use these characters in filenames computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L A B L E - The computer cannot find the hard drive. If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the drive is installed, properly seated, and partitioned as a boot device TI M E - O F - D A Y C L O C K L O S T P O W E R - System configuration settings are corrupted. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the system setup program, and then immediately exit the program see your Service Manual at support.dell.com. If the message reappears, contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page System Messages Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter1 Click Start→ Help and Support Dell Diagnostics Answer any questions that appear Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 6 Type 1 to Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media into the optical drive After the Dell Diagnostics loads the following menu appears Dell Diagnostics Main MenuPress Tab to select the test you want to run and then press Enter After Test System is selected, the following menu appearsNOTE The Extended Test periodically requires your input to Function continuedTroubleshooting Tips any error conditions encounteredDisplays the results of the test and Power Problems Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com Memory Problemsreinstall the program Lockups and Software ProblemsThe computer does not start up The computer stops respondingR U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I Z A R D Dell Support Utility Dell Technical Update ServiceClicking the Dell Support Icon Reinstalling Software DriversIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Using the Drivers and Utilities Disc Properties8 Click Roll Back Driver 6 Click Update Driver 7 Click Browse my computer for driver software Manually Reinstalling Drivers2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Properties, and click Device Manager9 Click Update Driver Restoring Your Operating SystemYou can restore your operating system in the following ways 5 Click Device ManagerUsing Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell Factory Image Restore and Dell PC Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Microsoft Windows Vista Dell PC Restore Microsoft Windows XP Using the Operating System Media Reinstalling Windows Vista or Windows XP To reinstall Windows, you need the following items3 If the Install Windows message appears, click Exit When the DELL logo appears, press F12 immediatelyReinstalling Software Finding Information How to troubleshoot and solve problems Safety, Regulatory, Warranty, and SupportFor additional regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance homepage onObtaining Assistance Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesDellConnect Problems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditBefore You Call Service Tag bar code on the back or bottom of the computer Diagnostics Checklist Name Date Address Phone numberExpress Service Code Error message, beep code, or diagnostic codeContacting Dell Getting Help Index Page Page Index