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Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 265

... preserving data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec (available in Windows XP) and Dell Factory Image Restore (available in when you can restore your operating system in an undesirable operating... earlier operating state (without affecting data files. Use Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. Any changes...

Setup Guide - Page 5

... 11 Connect the Power Cable 12 Press the Power Button 12 Set Up the Operating System 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Back Panel Connectors 24 Software Features 26 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 31...

Setup Guide - Page 7

For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 5 WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Studio XPS™ 8100 desktop. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer.

Setup Guide - Page 8

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Lifting Your Computer To ensure safety and to avoid any damage to your computer, lift it by holding the lift points in the front and back of your computer. 6

Setup Guide - Page 9

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop 7 You should never place your computer. 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 overheat. Restricting airflow around your computer may cause it to place your computer in an enclosed ...

Setup Guide - Page 10

... of the connectors on your computer and display. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has integrated video connectors. Connect the display using either the integrated HDMI or DVI connector. You can purchase the DVI...

Setup Guide - Page 12

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer. 10

Setup Guide - Page 13

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop 11 A click indicates that uses a cable connection (such as a broadband device or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. To connect your computer to a network ...

Setup Guide - Page 14

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button 12

Setup Guide - Page 15

... and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you selected at support.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may...

Setup Guide - Page 16

... adapter is not part of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting...

Setup Guide - Page 17

Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Windows® 7 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see ...

Setup Guide - Page 18

... wizard can help you cannot connect to the Internet but have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet. To set your country. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP information ready. If you get one. Have your ISP to...

Setup Guide - Page 19

...; Control Panel. 3. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Follow the instructions on the...

Setup Guide - Page 23

...: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . • Solid amber - Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 5 Power button and light - There may be a problem with either the system board or the power supply...Headphone connector - Turns the computer on the back of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 2 Microphone or line-in the center ...

Setup Guide - Page 25

.... Indicates power availability of this connector may not be available on all computers. 4 Back panel connectors - Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 5 Expansion card slots - Connects USB, audio, video, and other devices to the power cable. Provides access to your region. 3 Power supply light - Attaches a commercially available security cable to connectors on your computer. 23...

Setup Guide - Page 28

...enable you can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Check your purchase order for software installed on your... products such as digital cameras and cell phones. You can access websites, setup an e-mail accout, and upload or download...use your computer to music and radio stations. Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features ...

Setup Guide - Page 29

Windows® 7 1. To access the display properties window: Windows Vista® 1. Click Personalize, to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your desktop. Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2. Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2. Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Customizing the Desktop You can customize your desktop to change the ...

Setup Guide - Page 33

... is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 31 Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions.

Setup Guide - Page 34

...Advanced Setting.... 2. Enter a title for the category from the Select an image: box. 4. You can personalize the Dock by: • Adding or ...into categories • Changing the behavior of icons that provides easy access to the Dock or a category. Select an icon for the ...Category. Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Choose the desired option ...