Dell Studio XPS M1640 (Mid 2010) - Manual (Page 10)

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Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop
Set Up Microsoft Windows
Your computer is preconfigured with the
operating system you selected at the time of
purchase. To set up Microsoft ® Windows ® for the
first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
These steps are mandatory and may take some
time to complete. The screens will take you
through several procedures including accepting
license agreements, setting preferences and
setting up an Internet connection.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating
system’s setup process. Doing so may
render your computer unusable and you
will need to reinstall the operating system.
NOTE: For optimal performance of your
computer, it is recommended that you
download and install the latest BIOS and
drivers for your computer available at
support.dell.com.
NOTE: For more information on the
operating system and features, see
support.dell.com/MyNewDell.
Create System Recovery Media
(Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a
system recovery media as soon as you set
up Microsoft Windows.
The system recovery media can be used to
restore your computer to the operating state it
was in when you purchased the computer, while
preserving data files (without the need of the
Operating System disc). You can use the system
recovery media if changes to the hardware,
software, drivers, or other system settings have
left the computer in an undesirable operating
state.
You will require the following to create the
system recovery media:
Dell DataSafe Local Backup •
USB key with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or •
DVD‑R/DVD+R/Blu‑ray Disc ™
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does
not support rewritable discs.