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Question posted by sandyschol on February 15th, 2014
How To Power On Dell Studio 540 Slim Without Front Panel
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Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 275
.... Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). The computer failed to help identify the problem. C P U F A N F A I L U R E - System Messages for Laptop Computers
Typically laptop computers have keyboard status lights located above the keyboard.
Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers
NOTE: If the message you can use the...
Setup Guide - Page 5
... 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...
Setup Guide - Page 7
... that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on .
5 You should never place your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. Before Setting Up Your Computer
When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to...
Setup Guide - Page 8
Setting Up Your Studio 540
Connect the Display
Your computer uses one of two different connectors for displays such as monitors and projectors.
-OR-
NOTE: A DVI connector may be available ...
Setup Guide - Page 9
... following table when identifying the connectors on your TV or monitor to see which usually has blue connectors at both ends) with blue connectors at dell.com.
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Setting Up Your Studio 540
If your display to select the connection type you will use the VGA cable (with a DVI-to -VGA adapter from the...
Setup Guide - Page 10
... 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 panel of the computer to...
Setup Guide - Page 11
Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
Setting Up Your Studio 540
A network connection is not required to complete your computer. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of the network cable to a 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
.... NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. 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 several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows Vista® for dialup service...
Setup Guide - Page 14
...you can purchase one from the Dell website at the time of your wireless router. Double-click the ISP icon on decisions made at dell.com.
Follow the instructions on the... Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut:
1. Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the setup. Click Start → Connect To. 3. Setting Up Your Studio 540
• Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...
Setup Guide - Page 15
...Panel.
3. Choose Broadband if you will use an optional USB dial-up if you will use the setup information provided by your ISP information ready.
b. Chose Dial-up modem or ISDN.
Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2. Setting Up Your Studio 540...
If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to complete...
Setup Guide - Page 16
...) CDs, DVDs, and
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Blu-ray Disc™.
3 Optical drive panel - Using Your Studio 540
Your computer has indicators, buttons, and
features that provide information at-a-glance and...4
chassis towards the back) - This panel covers the optical drive (shown in open position).
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14 Use the
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Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support
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5 6 7
website or call...
Setup Guide - Page 17
Using Your Studio 540
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Power button and light - the computer is in sleep state.
• Solid white - Turns on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking.
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Connects
to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on state.
• Blinking amber -
NOTE: To connect to...
Setup Guide - Page 18
...memory keys,
digital cameras, and MP3 players.
14 Optional 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... - Can contain an additional optical drive.
16 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
... the region specific voltage range.
7 Power connector - Indicates power
availability for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.
4 Back panel connectors - Connects your computer.
2 Padlock rings -
Plug USB,
audio, and other devices into the
appropriate connector.
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5 Power supply light - Back View Features
7 6 5
4
3
Using Your Studio 540
1 Security cable slot - Connects to...
Setup Guide - Page 20
... devices such
as digital video cameras.
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2
Network connector and light - Connects to a subwoofer.
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6
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Connects your computer to a network
or broadband device. Using Your Studio 540
Back Panel Connectors
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1
IEEE 1394 connector -
Setup Guide - Page 21
....
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VGA connector - Connects to headphones and speakers
with integrated amplifiers.
Connects
USB devices, such as a
microphone, cassette player, CD player,
or VCR. Using Your Studio 540
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Line-in speakers, only the video signal will be read.
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USB 2.0 connectors (4) -
On computers with a sound card, use the
connector on the card.
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Front...
Setup Guide - Page 22
... can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your desktop to music and radio stations. Optional software applications enable you can be...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.
Customizing the Desktop...
Setup Guide - Page 23
... your computer over its lifetime.
• High performance - Click Back up files or Back up files:
1. Using Your Studio 540
Customizing Your Energy Settings
You can use the power options in the Back up Files wizard.
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Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center→ Transfer files and settings.
2.
Setup Guide - Page 55
Appendix
The information in this document applies to the products listed below:
• Studio • Studio 540 • Studio 540n
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