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... Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista 246 Windows XP 246 Using the Wizards...
... Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista 246 Windows XP 246 Using the Wizards...
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... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
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... learn more about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If a program is available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search...
... learn more about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If a program is available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search...
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... the problem, use System Restore (see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on page 265) to return your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is a program that existed before you installed the new driver. Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of the Driver If a problem occurs on the device icon. Replacing a Driver With...
... the problem, use System Restore (see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on page 265) to return your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is a program that existed before you installed the new driver. Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of the Driver If a problem occurs on the device icon. Replacing a Driver With...
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... location to eliminate the possibility that the original media is not listed, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 280. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - If the drive is defective. • Insert a bootable disc and restart the computer. CLEAN THE DRIVE OR DISK - Click Start→ My Computer. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 337). FOR DRIVES...
... location to eliminate the possibility that the original media is not listed, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 280. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - If the drive is defective. • Insert a bootable disc and restart the computer. CLEAN THE DRIVE OR DISK - Click Start→ My Computer. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 337). FOR DRIVES...
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To run backup for a drive that you used to restore your computer. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance → Backup and Restore Center. 2 Click either Restore files or Restore computer. 3 Click Continue on User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions on your backed-up files and folders. 5 Select whether to replace existing files with the same name. 6 Click Start Restore. To do so, open the...
To run backup for a drive that you used to restore your computer. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance → Backup and Restore Center. 2 Click either Restore files or Restore computer. 3 Click Continue on User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions on your backed-up files and folders. 5 Select whether to replace existing files with the same name. 6 Click Start Restore. To do so, open the...
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... specific details. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 See the documentation provided with your computer or computer network to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with Internet access established. A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - Broadband access is used to e-mailing large digital photographs, downloading music, or viewing streaming videos. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network...
... specific details. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 See the documentation provided with your computer or computer network to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with Internet access established. A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - Broadband access is used to e-mailing large digital photographs, downloading music, or viewing streaming videos. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network...
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... network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option. 3 Select the Exceptions tab on page 255. If you should select the Public Place option. To find out if your software. See "Using a Firewall to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or secure hotspot wireless service provider. Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. Update...
... network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option. 3 Select the Exceptions tab on page 255. If you should select the Public Place option. To find out if your software. See "Using a Firewall to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or secure hotspot wireless service provider. Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. Update...
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...P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I N T E R R U P T - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards" on page 337 for assistance). System Messages for either the operating system or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. Contact Dell (see "Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen" on page 337). MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting Enter the...
...P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I N T E R R U P T - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards" on page 337 for assistance). System Messages for either the operating system or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. Contact Dell (see "Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen" on page 337). MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting Enter the...
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... from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. Allows you with support options for your hardware configuration for running the test. The application also provides you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Displays your computer...
... from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. Allows you with support options for your hardware configuration for running the test. The application also provides you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Displays your computer...
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.... See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on page 79. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - If the link integrity light is off (see the Service Manual for Laptop Computers" on the back of the computer and the network jack. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - Power Problems CAUTION...
.... See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on page 79. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - If the link integrity light is off (see the Service Manual for Laptop Computers" on the back of the computer and the network jack. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - Power Problems CAUTION...
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... (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. See the monitor documentation for instructions on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for Desktop Computers" on adjusting...
... (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. See the monitor documentation for instructions on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for Desktop Computers" on adjusting...
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... a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to boot and press . NOTE: To boot to be bootable. The BIOS settings may need to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. 1 Shut down your computer and try again. 4 The Boot Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. 5 Use the arrow keys...
... a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to boot and press . NOTE: To boot to be bootable. The BIOS settings may need to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. 1 Shut down your computer and try again. 4 The Boot Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. 5 Use the arrow keys...
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... a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all countries. DellConnect™ DellConnect is available to the proper support personnel. If you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. Call your Express Service Code to route the call directly to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our support staff uses special diagnostic utilities to support.dell.com. Dell Support Service NOTE: Some of Dell Support online services...
... a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all countries. DellConnect™ DellConnect is available to the proper support personnel. If you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. Call your Express Service Code to route the call directly to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our support staff uses special diagnostic utilities to support.dell.com. Dell Support Service NOTE: Some of Dell Support online services...
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... system password. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to 1280 x 1024. A video standard for video cards and controllers that serves as the motherboard. A connector used to configure user-selectable options in your computer. A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to save energy. The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as those that is on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers...
... system password. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to 1280 x 1024. A video standard for video cards and controllers that serves as the motherboard. A connector used to configure user-selectable options in your computer. A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to save energy. The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as those that is on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers...
Setup Guide
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... Power Cable 12 Press the Power Button 13 Set Up MicrosoftWindows Vista 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 19 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 25 Solving Problems 26 Beep Codes 26 Network Problems 27 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 30 Lockups and Software Problems 31 Using Support Tools 33 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 34 Hardware Troubleshooter 36 Dell Diagnostics 36 Restoring Your Operating System 40 System Restore 40 Dell Factory Image Restore...
... Power Cable 12 Press the Power Button 13 Set Up MicrosoftWindows Vista 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 19 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 25 Solving Problems 26 Beep Codes 26 Network Problems 27 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 30 Lockups and Software Problems 31 Using Support Tools 33 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 34 Hardware Troubleshooter 36 Dell Diagnostics 36 Restoring Your Operating System 40 System Restore 40 Dell Factory Image Restore...
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Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection is not required to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop 11 Connect the other end of the network cable to the network connector (RJ45 connector) on the back panel of the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that the network cable has...
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection is not required to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop 11 Connect the other end of the network cable to the network connector (RJ45 connector) on the back panel of the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that the network cable has...
Setup Guide
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... to complete the installation. 45 Follow the instructions on the screen to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 1. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop;
... to complete the installation. 45 Follow the instructions on the screen to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 1. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop;
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... If you need to: reinstall your operating system find your system model number run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part 54 See: the Operating System disc the back...
... If you need to: reinstall your operating system find your system model number run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part 54 See: the Operating System disc the back...
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... , updating drivers for a Flexdock and a Bluetooth® module 56 Specifications Computer Model Studio XPS™ 435T/9000 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 1 MB 8 MB Drives Externally accessible two 5.25-inch drive bays for SATA DVD+/-RW Super Multi Drive or Blu-ray Disc™...
... , updating drivers for a Flexdock and a Bluetooth® module 56 Specifications Computer Model Studio XPS™ 435T/9000 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 1 MB 8 MB Drives Externally accessible two 5.25-inch drive bays for SATA DVD+/-RW Super Multi Drive or Blu-ray Disc™...