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Help installing Media Direct

Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by bruticus, Oct 7, 2009.

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Hi

I recently installed a new hard drive on my Dell XPS M1710. As a precaution without properly researching I created a 50MB partition so that I could put Media Direct on it if need be.

Does anyone know if I can actually install Media Direct still? Also Can I install newer versions? And if so do I need a larger partition?

Most importantly... WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE media direct CD from? I didn't get one with my computer.... And I believe I need that right?

Thanks!

bruticus, Oct 7, 2009

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In order to install the MediaDirect version for the M1710, you'll need to (prior to installing Windows) insert the MD Disc and boot from it. Follow the instructions and then @ the prompt, eject it and insert your OS install media and boot up. Once the OS is installed and you are @ the desktop, you'll need to re-insert the MD Disc and complete the install of media direct.

In order to obtain the MD disc, try this form:

https://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/dellcare/en/backupcd_form

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If you can't locate that page on the Dell CA site, give support a call and let them know you need the backup disc. They should send one out @ no charge.

BatBoy, Oct 7, 2009

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