Installation of Windows 8.1 on the 32gb SSD in the Inspiron 14z
Hi, I have a Dell Inspiron 5423 which is a i5, 4gb ram, 500gb HDD and 32gb SSD.I did read a few posts in the forum where the experts suggested that Windows should not be installed on the SSD and should...
View ArticleWhen did dell stop providing OS CD
I just replaced the motherboard on my dimension 4700 and want to format and reload windows which I have never done before.I have a pile of driver CD's and the Microsoft windows brochure but I can't...
View Articlehow to access Vista from Vostro 1710
Since MS is discontinuing support of XP in a couple of months, how can I access the Vista that is already installed on my laptop? Would I still be able to get into XP after I do that?Also, if I use a...
View Articlefactory image restore
I purchased a inspiron 15 r 5110 lap in2012 lost my install last year somehow is there any way to get a factore image restore disk or download I tried loading a copy of windows I bought for another...
View ArticleClean Windows 8.1 installation w/ Secure Boot on W7 laptop
Hey everyone,here's the situation: I got my Vostro 3360, which came with Windows 7 when I bought it.Some weeks ago I tried to make a fresh, clean Windows 8.1 installation in UEFI mode (beucase it's...
View ArticleHow to switch to VISTA already installed after using XP Pro for 5 years
I bought a Dell Vostro 200 in 2008, using XP Pro as the operating system. Apparently, Vista Business 32Bit SP1 is also already installed on this PC -- I have a Reinstallation DVD for that.How can I...
View ArticleDell Inspiron 15R 5537
I am looking for your kind assisatance.Model : Dell Inspiron 15R 5537OS: Win 7 profficinal 32 bit, the laptop came with Win8 but I downgraded for special application compateble with win7 32 bit...
View ArticleSmart Source My Dell Downloads Not Working
When I try to navigate to my dell downloads using IE11 I get:System ErrorSorry, an unexpected error condition has occurred. Please contact your system administrator for assistance and provide the...
View ArticleCan't Complete Windows 7 OEM Install on Precision T3400
Can anyone help me?I'm attempting to do a clean install on a Dell Precision T3400 with Windows 7 64 Bit OEM, but cannot complete the sequence.It goes through the entire installation sequence,...
View ArticleNew XPS 8700 Has Windows 8 Loaded on Wrong Hard Drive
I just received a Dell XPS8700 SE with a 256 GB SSD and 2TB Hard Drive.I got the 256 GB SSD to run all my programs and also to have Windows load quickly from the SSD.I was under the impression that...
View Article72YMW, USB 3.0 Controller card
Hello,I have this USB 3.0 USB PCI-E BOARD (Dell Part Number 72YMW). I did not back up my drivers and lost it when I reinstalled my OS. Could somebody help me where can I find its driver, please? Thanks...
View ArticleXP to Vista----Upgrade or clean install
Hi all, I purchased a Dell Vostro 200 and it came with Vista and a downgrade to XP. I am wanting to move to vista and can anyone tell me if I can upgrade to Vista or do I have to do a clean install??...
View Articleerror 80070005 windows update
Can somebody help me with error code 80070005 in Windows update? It can`t find updates now. I already tried to remove malware.
View Articledell XPS blue screen frequently
i need help to fixe the dell XPS blue screen:skydrive link of DMP file: https://skydrive.live.com/?cid=eef0803136d95093#cid=EEF0803136D95093&id=EEF0803136D95093%21108i vould like to dissect the...
View ArticleKB2670838 - Platform update for Windows 7 SP1
I noticed this update in Windows Update, and while it's fairly old ... it's still in Optional. It was never promoted to Important (Important or even Recommended). This usually means I skip it.But I...
View ArticleDell DataSafe System Restore Media won't recognize USB stick
I'm trying to create a System Restore USB recovery stick, but DataSafe won't recognize my USB stick. I'm using a SanDisk Cruzer 16g stick, and no matter which of the 4 USB ports (2.0) on my system I...
View ArticleWindows XP Media Center Blue Screen Error Message 8086
My brand new 8400 has had its Mother Board and its memory replaced by Dell, and they have even replaced the CPU all within 21 days of shipment. We are still getting an error BCC Code 8086 Blue Screen....
View ArticleInspiron N5010, Windows7 Home Premium, Will Not Boot
Inspiron N5010, Windows7 Home PremiumI was getting messages that the battery no had enough power to run the computer, so I bought a new battery. Rayovac, which fits perfecty. I let the battery...
View ArticleDimension 5100 tower
I'm interested in replacing an old Dimension 5100 tower that has been repaired too many times and is just used as a guest computer! Any helpful suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated?...
View ArticleLost Dell Reinstallation CD Product Key...
Hello,I'm in the process of activating windows on my Dell PC... I'm using the installation CD that came with it... Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition including Service Pack 2... However, I can't find my...
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