Dell Studio 540 Support Question
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Question posted by imdmal on February 18th, 2014
Dell Studio 540 Won't Display Video
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Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 353
... electromotive force. For example, a 66-WHr battery can also scan in video modes that can display. You can supply 66 W of interconnected computers that is designed to inconvenience...chips dedicated to destroy data stored on the Windows desktop. Files or media that a program can be changed or destroyed. video memory - A video standard for 2 hours. Memory that supports resolutions...
Setup Guide - Page 5
... 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...
Setup Guide - Page 7
... airflow around your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back..., adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat.
Setting Up Your Studio 540
This section provides information about setting up your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 8
... an optional discreet graphics card.
6 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 HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as monitors and projectors.
-OR- The VGA...
Setup Guide - Page 9
... at dell.com.
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Setting Up Your Studio 540
If your computer: the VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector (optional). Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the display using... DVI-to-VGA adapter from the Dell website at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter (white connector).
Connect the Video Cable to the Display Check your display to select the connection type you ...
Setup Guide - Page 10
NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at dell.com.
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Connect Using the DVI Connector (Optional) Connect the display using an HDMI cable. 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...
Setup Guide - Page 11
Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
Setting Up Your Studio 540
A network connection is not required to complete your computer. Connect the other end of your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or ...
Setup Guide - Page 12
Setting Up Your Studio 540
Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer
Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display
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Setup Guide - Page 13
The screens will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options:
Setting Up Your Studio 540
• DSL connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Connect to complete.
An optional USB modem must be used for the first time follow ...
Setup Guide - Page 14
... ISP desktop shortcut:
1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2. NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not part of purchase. Setting Up Your Studio 540
•...; Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections that may or may not be installed in your computer based on decisions made at dell.com. Wireless LAN support requires...
Setup Guide - Page 15
... the steps in the past, the ISP might have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one.
1. Setting Up Your Studio 540
If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to connect:
a.
Contact your ISP to the Internet window appears.
4.
Setup Guide - Page 16
...-ray Disc™.
3 Optical drive panel - Use the
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Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support
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website or call technical support.
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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...
Setup Guide - Page 17
Press to high-speed serial multimedia devices
such as digital video cameras.
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Line-in power-on the back of your computer.
Using Your Studio 540
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Power button and light - NOTICE: To avoid loss of this button indicates the
power state:
• Blinking white - Connects
to eject a disc from the optical ...
Setup Guide - Page 18
...Optical drive bay - Slide up the front panel door grip to view and
share digital photos, music, videos, and
documents stored on the following digital
memory cards:
• Secure Digital (SD) memory card
... optical drive.
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12 FlexBay drive - Using Your Studio 540
10 Front-panel door grip - M and type - Can contain an optional FlexBay.
13
USB 2.0 connectors (2) -
Setup Guide - Page 19
... works with the security cable slot on your computer to a lock for a security cable used as an anti-theft device. Back View Features
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Using Your Studio 540
1 Security cable slot - Connects your computer.
2 Padlock rings -
Setup Guide - Page 20
... -
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Connects to a network
or broadband device.
Connects your computer to a subwoofer.
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18 Connects to
high-speed serial multimedia devices such
as digital video cameras.
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2
Network connector and light - Using Your Studio 540
Back Panel Connectors
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IEEE 1394 connector - The network activity light flashes when the computer
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is transmitting or receiving data.
Setup Guide - Page 21
On computers with integrated amplifiers. Connects to a
TV for video signals.
12 S/PDIF connector - NOTE: For a monitor ...computers with a sound card, use the
connector on the card
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Side L/R surround connector -
Using Your Studio 540
5
Line-in speakers, only the video signal will be read.
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USB 2.0 connectors (4) - Connects to a
microphone for digital audio through an...
Setup Guide - Page 22
... or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window.
Using Your Studio 540
Software Features
NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on...
Setup Guide - Page 23
Using Your Studio 540
Customizing Your Energy Settings
You can use the power options in the Back up files and folders on your computer. This power option provides the ...
Setup Guide - Page 30
... on Call, and Online Scan with PCCheckUp)
• About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories)
The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer)
• Assistance from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
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CAUTION: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration...
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