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Systems Setup Guide
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The Program Diskette Maker enables you to create backup diskettes of essential
device driver files and tools installed on the computer’s hard-disk drive. These dis-
kettes will be required if you ever need to restore your software.
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To disable the Program Disk e tte Maker, click the Disable this m es sage button on the
Program Diskettes screen. When the Warning window appears, click OK.
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It is important to make them as soon as possible. To access the Program Diskette
Maker from the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to Programs—>Dell
Accessories, and click Dell Diskmaker.
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The Program Diskette Maker only backs up Dell-specific device drivers and tools.
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The number of diskettes needed varies depending on your system configuration. To
determine the total number required, add the number of diskettes listed below each
software item on the Program Diskette Maker screen.
Use blank, 1.44-megabyte (MB), high-density diskettes to make these backups.
NOTE: You cannot create backup diskettes on a tape or Zip drive.
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Basic input/output system (BIOS) and driver updates are available from Dell’s File
Library; they are released to either fix problems or add features. Do not update the
BIOS or a driver unless you are advised to do so by a Dell technician or you are experi-
encing problems w ith your hardware con figuration. Always r ead the release n o tes