dell support assistant

1. What is Dell Support Assist and do I need it?
2. What is Dell Support Assistant?
3. How do I access Dell SupportAssist?
4. Is Dell Support assist legitimate?
5. Is it OK to uninstall Dell SupportAssist?
6. Does Dell SupportAssist cost money?
7. How do I install Dell SupportAssist on Windows 10?
8. Where is my Dell SupportAssist icon?
9. Why is Dell Inspiron so slow?
10. How long do Dell updates take?
11. How do I stop Dell Support Assistant from popping up Windows 10?
12. How do I update my Dell?

What is Dell Support Assist and do I need it?

SupportAssist is the smart technology that keeps your computer running at its best. SupportAssist proactively checks the health of your system's hardware and software. When an issue is detected, the necessary system state information is sent to Dell for troubleshooting to begin.

What is Dell Support Assistant?

​Dell SupportAssist is the first automated proactive and predictive support solution for PCs and tablets. SupportAssist also evaluates the health of your servers, storage and networking devices to eliminate downtime before it even starts.

How do I access Dell SupportAssist?

SupportAssist Installation

SupportAssist is preinstalled on most of all new Dell devices running Windows operating system. To find it, click Start and navigate to All Programs - > Dell. Scroll down to the Get Started. In Managing Personal Devices, click Download SupportAssist for PCs and Tablets.

Is Dell Support assist legitimate?

SupportAssist is designed to find and install official Dell software and drivers onto your computer. ... It allows files to be uploaded, installed and run on your computer. And all of it is 100% legitimate.

Is it OK to uninstall Dell SupportAssist?

Dell support assist can be uninstalled and reinstalled. Use control panel for un-installation. The Dell support assist is useful for drivers, updating BIOS, recalls, etc. So update drivers and BIOS before uninstalling the software.

Does Dell SupportAssist cost money?

SupportAssist is free to all customers to help them with diagnosing their computers, and those that want to move up to the Premium Support model can do that starting at $39 per year. It is currently available in the USA and Canada on Dell Inspiron, Alienware, Venue, and Chromebook products.

How do I install Dell SupportAssist on Windows 10?

SupportAssist Installation Instructions

1. Visit Dell.com/Support/SupportAssist.
2. Scroll down to the Get Started.
3. In Managing Personal Devices, click Download SupportAssist for PCs and Tablets.
4. A pop-up is displayed.
5. Click Run.
6. SupportAssist is installed.
7. Press the Windows logo key and open the SupportAssist application.

Where is my Dell SupportAssist icon?

SupportAssist Client creates a desktop shortcut during installation on Windows 10 systems having versions up to RS2 – version 1703 (with OS build#15063). It means, for RS2 & lower versions, customer will find "SupportAssist" shortcut icon on the desktop (Figure 1) and also find it on Windows Program bar (Figure 2).

Why is Dell Inspiron so slow?

Various problems can cause system performance issues, such as: Fragmented data on the hard disk drive. Outdated drivers for internal components or external peripherals like docking stations. Outdated or corrupt operating system files.

How long do Dell updates take?

The upgrade process usually takes 90 minutes or less to complete, but there is a very small subset of systems, usually older or slower ones, where the upgrade process can take longer than typically expected.

How do I stop Dell Support Assistant from popping up Windows 10?

1. Click "Start | All Programs | Dell Support Center | Dell Support Center Alerts." The Dell Support Center program window opens.
2. Select "User Settings" and select the "Alerts" tab.
3. Select "Disable" beneath Notification in the Notification Settings section. Dell Support Alerts are automatically disabled.

How do I update my Dell?

Learn about Dell Update software for a Dell PC.
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The Dell Update installation failed what are the next steps?

1. Right-click Start and click Settings.
2. In the Settings panel, click Update & Security.
3. On the left panel, select Windows Update.
4. On the right panel, click Check for updates.
5. Restart the computer when prompted.