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Included in the original package you were sent from Dell there should be a white, cardboard cd-sleeve with 5 CDs in it. These CDs will restore your computer  to exactly the state it was in when it was first shipped. You can also have the HelpDesk restore your laptop for you, but it will have to be left at the HelpDesk in Mark Hopkins for at least a few hours.
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Every BlazerPrint copier is equipped with an RFID reader that is compatible with your MCLA Photo ID. Users can login to the copier using their MCLA Photo ID to unlock the ability to release their print jobs from the BlazerPrint virtual print queue as well as use scanning, copy and fax features. Users must 'register' their MCLA Photo ID with the BlazerPrint system. '''This only needs to be done once to associate the card with your MCLA account for authentication purposes'''. Here are the steps on how to register your card.
  
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To get started:
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*Save anything you want to keep to a CD, USB Pen Drive, etc...  All of your data will be erased if you do not.
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*1. 'Tap' your MCLA Photo ID on top of the RFID Reader on the Copier.
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*Locate the CD-Rom package and insert the first disc in your computer's CD-Rom drive.
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*Shut-off your computer
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*2. You will be prompted to “Associate your Card”.
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*Turn on your computer.
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*Once you see the Dell logo appear on the screen, press F12 to open the boot menu.
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*3. Select the “Yes” button in the right-hand corner to begin registration.
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*You should now have the option to select different boot devices.  If not, shut the computer off and repeat the last step until the boot menu appears.  If Windows begins to load, you can still power off the computer.  After all, you will be erasing the drive.  
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*Once you have the boot menu, you should select "CD/DVD/CD-RW" and hit enter.
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*4. You will be prompted to enter your MCLA User ID (A number without @mcla.edu) and Password.
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*Once the computer has booted, you should be prompted to run the "CFI System Restore".  
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*Press "M" at the first screen.
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*5. Hit the “Done” key in the right-hand corner after each item is entered.
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*From the "Recovery Menu" make sure "Restore The System" is highlighted and press your "Enter" key.
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*6. Once complete your card will be “successfully registered”.  
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*You will be asked to confirm your selection. NOTE: This is the last point at which you will still be able to recover your files.  If you are not sure whether or you have everything you need. STOP!
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*7. If the information you entered is not correct you will be prompted to try again.
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*If you are sure that you want to continue, press the "R" key.
 
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*This process takes about an hour. During the restore process you will be asked to insert each of the five discs in sequence. When prompted, remove the current CD and replace it with the subsequent one. Once the disc is in the drive, press the "Enter" key to continue.
 
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*After the last disc has completed, you will be able to shut off your computer and boot directly into Windows.
 

Revision as of 03:09, 9 February 2023

Every BlazerPrint copier is equipped with an RFID reader that is compatible with your MCLA Photo ID. Users can login to the copier using their MCLA Photo ID to unlock the ability to release their print jobs from the BlazerPrint virtual print queue as well as use scanning, copy and fax features. Users must 'register' their MCLA Photo ID with the BlazerPrint system. This only needs to be done once to associate the card with your MCLA account for authentication purposes. Here are the steps on how to register your card.


  • 1. 'Tap' your MCLA Photo ID on top of the RFID Reader on the Copier.

Printreg1.jpg

  • 2. You will be prompted to “Associate your Card”.

Printreg2.jpg

  • 3. Select the “Yes” button in the right-hand corner to begin registration.

Printreg3.jpg

  • 4. You will be prompted to enter your MCLA User ID (A number without @mcla.edu) and Password.

Printreg4.jpg

  • 5. Hit the “Done” key in the right-hand corner after each item is entered.
  • 6. Once complete your card will be “successfully registered”.
  • 7. If the information you entered is not correct you will be prompted to try again.
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