What Are You Looking For?
• Notebook System Software (NSS) — If
you reinstall the operating system for
your computer, you should also reinstall
the NSS utility. NSS automatically
detects your computer and operating
system and installs the updates
appropriate for your configuration,
providing critical updates for your
operating system and support for
processors, optical drives, USB devices,
etc. NSS is necessary for correct
operation of your Dell computer.
• Software upgrades and troubleshooting
hints — Frequently asked questions, hot
topics, and general health of your
computing environment
• How to use Microsoft Windows XP and
Microsoft Windows Vista
• How to work with programs and files
• How to personalize my desktop
• Information on network activity, the
Power Management Wizard, hotkeys,
and other items controlled by
Dell QuickSet.
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Quick Reference Guide
Find It Here
To download Notebook System Software:
Go to support.dell.com, select your
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country/region, and then click Drivers &
Downloads.
Click Select a Model or Enter a Tag,
2
make the appropriate selections or enter
the appropriate information for your
computer, and then click Confirm.
Scroll down to System and
3
Configuration Utilities→ Dell
Notebook System Software, and then
click Download Now.
NOTE:
The support.dell.com user interface
may vary depending on your selections.
Dell Support Utility
The Dell Support Utility is an automated
upgrade and notification system installed
on your computer. This support provides
real-time health scans of your computing
environment, software updates, and
relevant self-support information. Access
the Dell Support Utility from the
icon in the taskbar.
Windows Help and Support Center
Click Start→ Help and Support.
1
Type a word or phrase that describes
2
your problem and click the arrow icon.
Click the topic that describes your
3
problem.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
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Dell QuickSet Help
To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the
QuickSet icon in the Microsoft Windows
taskbar.
For more information on Dell QuickSet,
see "Dell™ QuickSet" in the User's Guide.