Dell XPS 15 (L501X, Late 2010) User Manual download pdf (Page 15)

Setting Up Your XPS Laptop

To create a system recovery media:

Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see “Connect the AC Adapter” on page 1. 8).

Insert the disc or USB key in the computer.2.

Click 3. Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.

Click 4. Create Recovery Media.

Follow the instructions on the screen.5.

NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery

media, see “System Recovery Media” on page 76.

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SETUP GUIDE 1
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings 4
Contents 5
Contents 6
Restoring Your Operating 6
Connect the AC Adapter 10
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 11
Press the Power Button 12
Set Up Microsoft Windows 13
Set Up Wireless Display 20
(Optional) 20
Set Up the TV Tuner 21
Connect to the Internet 22
Setting Up Your Internet 23
Connection 23
Using Your XPS Laptop 24
Left View Features 28
Front View Features 29
Back View Features 30
Status Lights and Indicators 36
Disabling Battery Charging 37
Touch Pad Gestures 38
Multimedia Control Keys 40
Control Strip Features 42
Using the Optical Drive 44
Display Features 46
Touch Screen Gestures 48
Removing and Replacing 50
1 battery release latch 51
2 battery 51
3 tabs (3) 51
Software Features 52
Dell DataSafe Online 53
Dell Stage (Optional) 54
NVIDIA Optimus 56
Technology 56
Free Fall Sensor 57
Dell Dock (Optional) 58
Solving Problems 59
Touch Screen Problems 60
Network Problems 61
Power Problems 62
Memory Problems 63
Lockups and Software 64
Problems 64
Using Support Tools 66
My Dell Downloads 67
System Messages 67
Hardware Troubleshooter 69
Dell Diagnostics 69
Your Hard Drive 70
Drivers and Utilities Disc 72
Operating System 74
System Restore 75
Dell DataSafe Local 76
Backup Professional 77
System Recovery Media 78
Dell Factory Image 79
Getting Help 81
Technical Support and 82
Customer Service 82
DellConnect 82
Online Services 83
Automated Order-Status 84
Product Information 84
Returning Items for 85
Repair Under Warranty or 85
Before You Call 87
Contacting Dell 89
If you need to: See: 90
Specifications 92
Connectors 93
Media Card Reader 94
Communications 94
AC Adapter 96
Keyboard (Backlit) 97
Touch Pad 97
Physical 97
Computer Environment 98
Appendix 99
(Only for Mexico) 100
0N0KR7A00 106

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