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    I just got my m1330! :D

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by Freelancer332, Nov 12, 2007.

  1. Freelancer332

    Freelancer332 Notebook Evangelist

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    I've checked it for problems and so far I don't see any: no cracks, dents, wobblings, cpu whine, etc.

    So what should I do first? Any tips?
    I notice that there's a dell partition that takes up 10gb..
    is that necessary? Or can I remove it..and how do I remove it? Just press delete?

    I'm so excited ^^
     
    Freelancer332, Nov 12, 2007
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    Great! Also check if every button, indicator, port and bay works.
     
    sinstoic, Nov 12, 2007
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    Freelancer332 Notebook Evangelist

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    Everything works great!
    the dvd slot drive is pretty quiet, better than what I expected
    I just can't get the fingerprint reader to work, it keeps saying "bad quality" for the practice swipes..

    I need help with this..any techniques?
     
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    I'd also be interested in finding out what we can do as far as wiping the system and getting rid of dell software (other than quickset)?

    Thanks,
    Andrew
     
    caskdsajska, Nov 12, 2007
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    steveeb Notebook Guru

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    from some old Microsoft article http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894036
    I generally just give my thumb a good lick :p
     
    mmk1125, Nov 12, 2007
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    Also um. I can't figure out how to get the dummy express card out..
    I've looked up the owner's manual and it says to "press the latch"
    I don't see a latch anywhere. >_<
     
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    Press harder.
     
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    wow, im such a noob.
    I just got the express dummy card out... >_>
    It's one of those..oh duh...moments
     
    Freelancer332, Nov 12, 2007
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    Haha have fun with your m1330, I remember getting mine :)
     
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    I thought the card that comes in the express slot was a remote control?
     
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    If you are not going to dual boot and don't need Mediadirect, delete all partitions and create a new single partition and install the OS using the disc that came with your system. Fresh install, maximum available space and no junk stuff. Download all the latest drivers and write them to a disc beforehand, so you can immediately start installing them after the OS installation.
     
    sinstoic, Nov 12, 2007
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