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    my dellxps m140 is dead

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by ImOnAnApple, Jan 8, 2009.

  1. ImOnAnApple

    ImOnAnApple Newbie

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    Ok so I'm on an apple right now trying to get help for my Dell XPS M140. I have a simple question and I would appreciate any feedback.

    A long time ago when I had to reformat the pc I called Dell support and they told me there are 2 keys you can press at boot-up and it will automatically reformat my computer. I forgot what the keys were that I press. I called dell to ask but because my warranty is expired they want $40 for 1 hour of support. Does anyone know what the keystroke is to reformat?

    -Ty
     
    ImOnAnApple, Jan 8, 2009
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  2. Tinselworm

    Tinselworm Notebook Deity

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    it can be accessed by pressing F12 on the Dell Logo screen and selecting the option to 'Boot to Utility Partition' or pressing Ctrl + F11 on startup
     
    Tinselworm, Jan 8, 2009
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  3. ImOnAnApple

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    thank you...it worked
     
    ImOnAnApple, Jan 8, 2009
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  4. owais

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    haha dell wanted $40 for that little assistance?
     
    owais, Jan 8, 2009
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  5. Matt is Pro

    Matt is Pro I'm a PC, so?

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    It's a business... make money anywhere possible.

    It's a shame though.
     
    Matt is Pro, Jan 8, 2009
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