So why a Dell Computer Survival Guide? It’s simple, Dell makes great computers, but it’s not always easy for normal folks to find solutions or fix their computer when it no longer works. In the distant past, manufacturers once supplied a real Windows installation disk that users could put in and reinstall their Operating System. Those days… Read More
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Dell Inspiron Recovery
You may need to eventually perform a Dell Inspiron recovery. Laptops often get sluggish with time. This may be caused due to a lot of unwanted programs or malware issues. A viable solution is to format your laptop and reset the laptop to its factory settings. Most virus issues are resolved by this method. Dell… Read More
Perform A Dell System Recovery Using Dell Datasafe Restore
There are several Dell system recovery options and the most common is using Dell DataSafe Restore. Newer Dell computers, such as the Dell Inspiron 580, will have the DataSafe Local Backup Option in addition to the the tradition method of restoring from an image located in a system recovery disk. Use the following methods to… Read More
Dell Laptop Screen LCD Diagnostics
If your laptop screen is not displaying video properly, you need to run what is called the Built-in Self Test (BIST) to determine if there is a problem with the screen itself or some other issue that is preventing your LCD laptop from displaying an normal image. The BIST will help you isolate problems such… Read More
Dell Laptop Power Adapter Problem
If you receive a message stating “The AC adapter type cannot be determined. This will prevent optimal system performance. Strike F3 key ( before F1 or F2 key) if you don’t want to see power warning messages again” then there are a few things you can try before replacing the laptop power adapter. Before you begin, however,… Read More
Order Dell Recovery Disks
It’s possible to order Dell recovery disks if you do not have them. We get questions all the time regarding reinstalling the Operating System on a Dell computer. Usually a user will have lost their recovery disks, or worse, never created them using the recovery disks creation wizard. Dell now allows users to order a… Read More
Dell Power Button Lights
Use the Dell power button lights to help diagnose problems with your Dell computer, such as a failing hard drive or a bad motherboard. Most newer models of Dell computers now have a diagnostic LED surrounding the power button on the from of the computer. When you press the power button to boot the PC,… Read More
How To Perform A Dell System Restore
If you own a Dell computer system, you can perform a Dell system restore to factory condition in a few quick and easy steps. This article will discuss some of the methods Dell uses in making sure its clients are able to revert their system in the event the operating system, drivers or settings become… Read More
Dell Driver Download
If you have damaged or misplaced your Dell driver disk that shipped with your Dell PC, you can still Dell drivers necessary to run the hardware on your computer. Dell makes it easy to obtain this information via their website. You will need to know the model and possibly the serial number of your PC. … Read More
Dell Computer Error Codes
Dell computer error codes are a fast way to diagnose problems with your PC. Most computers come with the ability to produce a BIOS beep code when there is a serious hardware problem that prevents Windows from loading normally. Many Dell models have Dell diagnostic codes, as well as additional diagnostic lights to help users… Read More
Dell I/O Front Panel Test
If you are experiencing problems with your Dell computer, you need to first troubleshoot the front I / O panel to confirm the it is good before proceeding to more complex and expensive repairs, such as the power supply or motherboard. The I/O panel contains the switch, a diagnostic LED and sometimes even USB Ports.… Read More
Dell BIOS Updates
It is recommended that you get Dell BIOS updates for your laptop when they become available. Flashing the BIOS was once considered a dangerous task that would be performed by a service technician or the very brave computer enthusiast primarily because installing the wrong BIOS would often render a PC brain-dead. Dell makes it relatively… Read More