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... the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10 Windows Vista Setup 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Studio 540 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22... Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 Dell Diagnostics 31 System Recovery Options 33 System Restore 33 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Operating System Reinstallation 36 3
... the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10 Windows Vista Setup 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Studio 540 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22... Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 Dell Diagnostics 31 System Recovery Options 33 System Restore 33 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Operating System Reinstallation 36 3
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... setting up your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to overheat. You should never place your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate... ventilation, and a level surface to place your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. Restricting airflow around your computer. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least...
... setting up your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to overheat. You should never place your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate... ventilation, and a level surface to place your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. Restricting airflow around your computer. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least...
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Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Display Your computer uses one of two different connectors for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers. The VGA connector carries only video signals for connecting the display. NOTE: A DVI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discreet graphics card. 6 The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as monitors and projectors. -OR-
Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Display Your computer uses one of two different connectors for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers. The VGA connector carries only video signals for connecting the display. NOTE: A DVI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discreet graphics card. 6 The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as monitors and projectors. -OR-
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Setting Up Your Studio 540 If your computer has a DVI connector, use . Refer to the following connectors available ...cable (which type of connectors are available. HDMI VGA DVI You can purchase a DVI-to-VGA adapter from the Dell website at both ends). Connect the Video Cable to the Display Check your TV or monitor to see which usually... has blue connectors at both ends) with blue connectors at dell.com. 7 Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the display using the following table when identifying the connectors on your...
Setting Up Your Studio 540 If your computer has a DVI connector, use . Refer to the following connectors available ...cable (which type of connectors are available. HDMI VGA DVI You can purchase a DVI-to-VGA adapter from the Dell website at both ends). Connect the Video Cable to the Display Check your TV or monitor to see which usually... has blue connectors at both ends) with blue connectors at dell.com. 7 Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the display using the following table when identifying the connectors on your...
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Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to attach a USB keyboard and mouse. Connect Using the DVI Connector (Optional) Connect the display using an HDMI cable. NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at dell.com. 8 Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect Using the HDMI Connector Connect the display using a DVI cable.
Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to attach a USB keyboard and mouse. Connect Using the DVI Connector (Optional) Connect the display using an HDMI cable. NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at dell.com. 8 Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect Using the HDMI Connector Connect the display using a DVI cable.
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... end of the network cable to complete your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) Setting Up Your Studio 540 A network connection is not required to either a network port or a broadband device.
... end of the network cable to complete your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) Setting Up Your Studio 540 A network connection is not required to either a network port or a broadband device.
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Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10
Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10
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... the Internet and use your telephone on the screen. The screens will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: Setting Up Your Studio 540 • DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your local cable TV line. • Satellite modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access...
... the Internet and use your telephone on the screen. The screens will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: Setting Up Your Studio 540 • DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your local cable TV line. • Satellite modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access...
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... any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on decisions made at dell.com. Double-click the ISP icon on the screen to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Studio 540 • Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections that may or may not be installed in your Internet ... 1. To set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can purchase one from the Dell website at the time of your original order, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you are using a dial-up connection, connect the ...
... any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on decisions made at dell.com. Double-click the ISP icon on the screen to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Studio 540 • Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections that may or may not be installed in your Internet ... 1. To set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can purchase one from the Dell website at the time of your original order, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you are using a dial-up connection, connect the ...
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... the Internet window appears. 4. Contact your ISP. 5. Choose Broadband if you will use the setup information provided by your ISP information ready. b. Setting Up Your Studio 540 If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one. 1. NOTE: If you want to set up...
... the Internet window appears. 4. Contact your ISP. 5. Choose Broadband if you will use the setup information provided by your ISP information ready. b. Setting Up Your Studio 540 If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one. 1. NOTE: If you want to set up...
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...-ray Disc™. 3 Optical drive panel - Use the 12 Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support 11 5 6 7 website or call technical support. 10 2 Optical drive - Using Your Studio 540 Your computer has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and 1 time-saving shortcuts for common tasks...
...-ray Disc™. 3 Optical drive panel - Use the 12 Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support 11 5 6 7 website or call technical support. 10 2 Optical drive - Using Your Studio 540 Your computer has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and 1 time-saving shortcuts for common tasks...
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... with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off when pressed. Using Your Studio 540 8 Power button and light - Turns on state. • Blinking amber - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on...
... with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off when pressed. Using Your Studio 540 8 Power button and light - Turns on state. • Blinking amber - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on...
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... - Connects USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 14 Optional Optical drive bay - M and type - Using Your Studio 540 10 Front-panel door grip - Slide up the front panel door grip to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the...
... - Connects USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 14 Optional Optical drive bay - M and type - Using Your Studio 540 10 Front-panel door grip - Slide up the front panel door grip to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the...
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.... 4 Back panel connectors - Attach a commercially 1 available anti-theft device. 3 Expansion card slots (4) - Select the region specific voltage range. 7 Power connector - Back View Features 7 6 5 4 3 Using Your Studio 540 1 Security cable slot - Connects to the power socket. 17
.... 4 Back panel connectors - Attach a commercially 1 available anti-theft device. 3 Expansion card slots (4) - Select the region specific voltage range. 7 Power connector - Back View Features 7 6 5 4 3 Using Your Studio 540 1 Security cable slot - Connects to the power socket. 17
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... multichannel capable speakers. 4 4 Center/subwoofer connector - 8 5 Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras. 11 2 Network connector and light - Using Your Studio 540 Back Panel Connectors 12 1 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects your computer to a network or broadband device.
... multichannel capable speakers. 4 4 Center/subwoofer connector - 8 5 Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras. 11 2 Network connector and light - Using Your Studio 540 Back Panel Connectors 12 1 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects your computer to a network or broadband device.
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... going through coaxial digital cables. Connects to a TV for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. Connects to surround sound speakers. Using Your Studio 540 5 Line-in speakers, only the video signal will be read. 10 USB 2.0 connectors (4) -
... going through coaxial digital cables. Connects to a TV for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. Connects to surround sound speakers. Using Your Studio 540 5 Line-in speakers, only the video signal will be read. 10 USB 2.0 connectors (4) -
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Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at support.dell.com. Click Personalize, to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. You can be recorded to music and radio stations....You can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Using Your Studio 540 Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at the time of the desktop. 2. To access ...
Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at support.dell.com. Click Personalize, to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. You can be recorded to music and radio stations....You can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Using Your Studio 540 Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at the time of the desktop. 2. To access ...
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... computer and by reducing the amount of energy consumed by your computer. Click Continue on your computer over its lifetime. • High performance - Using Your Studio 540 Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in the Back up Files wizard. 21 Click Back up files or Back up files...
... computer and by reducing the amount of energy consumed by your computer. Click Continue on your computer over its lifetime. • High performance - Using Your Studio 540 Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in the Back up Files wizard. 21 Click Back up files or Back up files...
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NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Processor Type L2 cache Intel® Celeron® 512 KB Intel Pentium® Dual-Core 1 MB Intel Core™2 Duo 2 MB/3 MB/4 MB/ 6 MB Intel Core2 Quad 6 MB/8 MB/12 MB 46 Specifications Computer Model Studio 540 This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Processor Type L2 cache Intel® Celeron® 512 KB Intel Pentium® Dual-Core 1 MB Intel Core™2 Duo 2 MB/3 MB/4 MB/ 6 MB Intel Core2 Quad 6 MB/8 MB/12 MB 46 Specifications Computer Model Studio 540 This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
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... owners. Appendix The information in this copyright protection technology must be authorized by method claims of this document applies to the products listed below: • Studio • Studio 540 • Studio 540n Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by Macrovision Corporation, and is prohibited. 53
... owners. Appendix The information in this copyright protection technology must be authorized by method claims of this document applies to the products listed below: • Studio • Studio 540 • Studio 540n Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by Macrovision Corporation, and is prohibited. 53
