Dell Technology Guide
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Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
Dell Technology Guide
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Monitors and Displays 55 Your Dell monitor may support one or more of the following data connectors: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connector 1 VGA 2 DVI 3 Composite 4 Component 5 S-Video 6 HDMI 7 DisplayPort Signal Type Audio Support Connects to Analog No Monitor or Projector Digital No Monitor or Projector Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No Home ...
Monitors and Displays 55 Your Dell monitor may support one or more of the following data connectors: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connector 1 VGA 2 DVI 3 Composite 4 Component 5 S-Video 6 HDMI 7 DisplayPort Signal Type Audio Support Connects to Analog No Monitor or Projector Digital No Monitor or Projector Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No Home ...
Dell Technology Guide
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...TV to determine what options are available. • DisplayPort™ • Digital Video Interface (DVI) or High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) In addition, possible audio connections to support the video connections vary from standard analog RCA jacks to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings... S-video Composite video Component video DVI digital video HDMI video/audio DVI/HDMI converter 216 Connecting Your Computer to S/PDIF digital audio and multi-channel digital audio through optical cable. Examine the ...
...TV to determine what options are available. • DisplayPort™ • Digital Video Interface (DVI) or High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) In addition, possible audio connections to support the video connections vary from standard analog RCA jacks to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings... S-video Composite video Component video DVI digital video HDMI video/audio DVI/HDMI converter 216 Connecting Your Computer to S/PDIF digital audio and multi-channel digital audio through optical cable. Examine the ...
Dell Technology Guide
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... and there are noninterchangeable. Connector Description/Function A DVI connector allows you to connect an external HDMI-compatible monitor or TV. NOTE: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I (digital and analog). A HDMI connector allows you to connect an external DVI-compatible monitor, such as flat-panel monitors or ...DVI-D (digital only), DVI-A (high-resolution analog), and DVI-I connectors are converter cables available. If your computer does not have an HDMI connector and your TV does not have a DVI connector, use your computer supports. Cables for each are available for audio because the ...
... and there are noninterchangeable. Connector Description/Function A DVI connector allows you to connect an external HDMI-compatible monitor or TV. NOTE: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I (digital and analog). A HDMI connector allows you to connect an external DVI-compatible monitor, such as flat-panel monitors or ...DVI-D (digital only), DVI-A (high-resolution analog), and DVI-I connectors are converter cables available. If your computer does not have an HDMI connector and your TV does not have a DVI connector, use your computer supports. Cables for each are available for audio because the ...
Dell Technology Guide
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... component adapters that came with your TV for each of these types of input connections, such as an Svideo connector, a DVI connector, a HDMI connector, or a VGA connector. Identifying the Connectors on Your TV Your TV may include audio ports for standard audio connection to your computer. ...need : • Video adapter and cable Connecting Your Computer to link the selected computer video output port (S-video, VGA, DVI, or HDMI) and the appropriate television video-input connector. In addition, the TV may have identified which combination of Cables and Adapters you Need Once you...
... component adapters that came with your TV for each of these types of input connections, such as an Svideo connector, a DVI connector, a HDMI connector, or a VGA connector. Identifying the Connectors on Your TV Your TV may include audio ports for standard audio connection to your computer. ...need : • Video adapter and cable Connecting Your Computer to link the selected computer video output port (S-video, VGA, DVI, or HDMI) and the appropriate television video-input connector. In addition, the TV may have identified which combination of Cables and Adapters you Need Once you...
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... NOTE: Video and audio cables for purchase from other audio device may not be included with HDMI cable or DVI/HDMI converter cable - Standard S-video connector and S-video cable - HDMI connector with your computer to a TV or other computers. Cables and TV/digital audio adapter are... S/PDIF digital audio - NOTE: If video or audio adapters and cables came with DVI cable or DVI/HDMI converter cable - Do not interchange adapters or cables from Dell. - Multi-channel analog audio Depending on the connectors that are available for connecting your computer. VGA connector...
... NOTE: Video and audio cables for purchase from other audio device may not be included with HDMI cable or DVI/HDMI converter cable - Standard S-video connector and S-video cable - HDMI connector with your computer to a TV or other computers. Cables and TV/digital audio adapter are... S/PDIF digital audio - NOTE: If video or audio adapters and cables came with DVI cable or DVI/HDMI converter cable - Do not interchange adapters or cables from Dell. - Multi-channel analog audio Depending on the connectors that are available for connecting your computer. VGA connector...
Dell Technology Guide
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Cables S-Video TV-out connector cable component video cable standard audio cable DVI cable HDMI video cable DVI/HDMI converter cable Physically Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device If you want to connect your computer to a TV or audio device, it is recommended that you connect video and audio cables to your computer in one of the following combinations. 222 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings
Cables S-Video TV-out connector cable component video cable standard audio cable DVI cable HDMI video cable DVI/HDMI converter cable Physically Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device If you want to connect your computer to a TV or audio device, it is recommended that you connect video and audio cables to your computer in one of the following combinations. 222 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings
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... Possible Configurations NOTE: These configurations may or may not be as good as component video DisplayPort Recommended • DisplayPort /DVI converter with standard audio HDMI Video • HDMI/DVI converter with standard audio Best May not be available Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 223 NOTE: See the documentation...
... Possible Configurations NOTE: These configurations may or may not be as good as component video DisplayPort Recommended • DisplayPort /DVI converter with standard audio HDMI Video • HDMI/DVI converter with standard audio Best May not be available Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 223 NOTE: See the documentation...
Dell Technology Guide
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... TV menu from your TV menu may show a screen similar to the following example: TV Menu Example Input Select Back 1. DIGITAL TV 6. AV5 (Component 1) 11. HDMI 2 4. Press the Menu button and select the feature that you have your TV for available settings. AVI (Composite 1) 7. Access the menu for your TV and... based on how you to specify the input signal for a button labeled "Menu." For example, your computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 227 VGA 2. HDMI 1 3. TV 5. AV2 (Composite 2) 8. AV3 (S-Video 1) 9.
... TV menu from your TV menu may show a screen similar to the following example: TV Menu Example Input Select Back 1. DIGITAL TV 6. AV5 (Component 1) 11. HDMI 2 4. Press the Menu button and select the feature that you have your TV for available settings. AVI (Composite 1) 7. Access the menu for your TV and... based on how you to specify the input signal for a button labeled "Menu." For example, your computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 227 VGA 2. HDMI 1 3. TV 5. AV2 (Composite 2) 8. AV3 (S-Video 1) 9.
Dell Technology Guide
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...such as standard, enhanced, and high-definition video along with up to compatible digital audio devices, computer monitors, and digital televisions. HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) PORT is independent of digital audio. Pin Signal 1 TMDS Data2+ 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 3 TMDS Data2- 4 TMDS Data1...TMDS Clock- 13 CEC 14 Reserved (N.C. It is a compact audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. On a single cable, HDMI supports PC or TV video formats such as Blu-ray Disc players, settop boxes, personal computers, and video game consoles to 8 ...
...such as standard, enhanced, and high-definition video along with up to compatible digital audio devices, computer monitors, and digital televisions. HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) PORT is independent of digital audio. Pin Signal 1 TMDS Data2+ 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 3 TMDS Data2- 4 TMDS Data1...TMDS Clock- 13 CEC 14 Reserved (N.C. It is a compact audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. On a single cable, HDMI supports PC or TV video formats such as Blu-ray Disc players, settop boxes, personal computers, and video game consoles to 8 ...
Setup Guide
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Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer. 6 NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer and display. Refer to the following table to -DVI adapter and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. NOTE: A DVI connector may be available if you purchased a discrete graphics card. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has integrated VGA and HDMI video connectors. You can purchase the HDMI-to identify the connectors on your computer and display.
Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer. 6 NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer and display. Refer to the following table to -DVI adapter and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. NOTE: A DVI connector may be available if you purchased a discrete graphics card. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has integrated VGA and HDMI video connectors. You can purchase the HDMI-to identify the connectors on your computer and display.
Setup Guide
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Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Cable Display 7
Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Cable Display 7
Setup Guide
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Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Connects to the display. 3 HDMI connector - Connects your computer to a microphone for wired network connection. 21 Connects to a network or broadband ..., printer, keyboard, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 Rear L/R surround connector - Connects to rear L/R surround speakers. 6 Side L/R surround connector - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Your computer's model number. 2 VGA connector - Connects to side L/R surround speakers. 7 Microphone connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a microphone,...
Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Connects to the display. 3 HDMI connector - Connects your computer to a microphone for wired network connection. 21 Connects to a network or broadband ..., printer, keyboard, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 Rear L/R surround connector - Connects to rear L/R surround speakers. 6 Side L/R surround connector - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Your computer's model number. 2 VGA connector - Connects to side L/R surround speakers. 7 Microphone connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a microphone,...
Setup Guide
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... four back-panel USB 2.0-compliant connectors Audio front panel - Basic Specifications Audio Type integrated 7.1 channel, High Definition Audio External Connectors Network adapter one 19-pin HDMI connector 60 Communications Wireless (optional) PCI Express Wi-Fi card supporting 802.11a/b/g/n Modem (optional) PCI modem Power Wattage Voltage Coin-cell battery 300 W 115...
... four back-panel USB 2.0-compliant connectors Audio front panel - Basic Specifications Audio Type integrated 7.1 channel, High Definition Audio External Connectors Network adapter one 19-pin HDMI connector 60 Communications Wireless (optional) PCI Express Wi-Fi card supporting 802.11a/b/g/n Modem (optional) PCI modem Power Wattage Voltage Coin-cell battery 300 W 115...
Comprehensive Specifications
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... GB/s (bi-directional) System Board Connectors (continued) Front audio connector one 9-pin connector for 7.1 channel support one 15-pin VGA connector and one 19-pin HDMI connector Communications Wireless (optional) Modem (optional) PCI Express WiFi card supporting 802.11a/b/g/n PCI modem Expansion Slots PCI Connectors one Connector size 124-pin Connector...
... GB/s (bi-directional) System Board Connectors (continued) Front audio connector one 9-pin connector for 7.1 channel support one 15-pin VGA connector and one 19-pin HDMI connector Communications Wireless (optional) Modem (optional) PCI Express WiFi card supporting 802.11a/b/g/n PCI modem Expansion Slots PCI Connectors one Connector size 124-pin Connector...