Dell XPS 8300 Support Question
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Question posted by mikeospa on April 3rd, 2014
How To Access Recovery Partition On Dell Xps 8300 Download
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
Dell™ Dimension™ 8300 Series
USB 2.0 connectors (2) headphone connector
Service Tag
power connector voltage selection switch serial connector keyboard connector center/LFE connector line-out connector ... lights mouse connector surround connector line-in connector network adapter video connector optional sound card connector (see the setup diagram)
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Owner's Manual - Page 14
...and
repair information • Downloads - Computer documentation, product...support • Documentation for my computer
• How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such...Computer Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - www.dell.com | support.dell.com
What are located on your problem. 4 Follow the instructions ...
Owner's Manual - Page 58
...partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Dell Dimension ResourceCD (see page 29) and run • Suspend testing if an error is detected • Access help you resolve the problem without contacting Dell. Then shut down (see page 59). www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell...
Starting the Dell Diagnostics
NOTICE: Use the Dell Diagnostics to ...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
... that are used by your computer are not displayed, exit the ResourceCD program.
For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. To access the Windows Help and Support Center, see page 32.
The drivers that the ResourceCD is not required by the...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
...XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD. 4 If you see the Windows desktop...partition (recommended), and follow the instructions on the size of the hard drive and the speed of your name and organization (optional) in the Personalize Your Software screen, and click Next. The Windows XP... Operating System CD. Windows XP Setup 1 When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press ...
Owner's Manual - Page 144
...75
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hard drive problems, 35
hardware conflicts, 65 Dell Diagnostics, 58 problems, 40
Hardware Troubleshooter, 65 Help and Support Center, 14 help files
accessing, 32 Hyper-Threading, 26
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IEEE 1394 problems, ...
Operating System CD, 15 Installation Guide, 15
operating system reinstalling Windows XP, 66
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password clearing system setup, 109
power problems, 44 turning off your computer, 27
power...
Owner's Manual - Page 145
...accessing, 32
troubleshooting conflicts, 65 Dell Diagnostics, 58 diagnostic lights, 54 Hardware Troubleshooter, 65 Help and Support Center, 14 restore to read, 50 screen is blank, 50 software, 38-39 sound and speakers, 48 troubleshooting chart, 30 video and monitor, 50 volume adjusting, 48
Program Compatibility Wizard, 39
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reinstalling Windows XP..., 66
ResourceCD, 62 Dell Diagnostics,...
Setup Guide - Page 5
...13 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 14 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 15 Connect to the Internet (Optional 15
Using Your XPS Desktop 18 Front View...Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30
Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35
Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 My Dell Downloads...
Setup Guide - Page 7
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5 Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
This section provides information about setting up your computer. WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Dell XPS 8300 desktop.
Setup Guide - Page 15
..., setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with
the ...download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to complete.
Set Up the Operating System
Your Dell...
Setup Guide - Page 16
...the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media:
• Dell DataSafe Local...set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the ...
Setup Guide - Page 23
... of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support.
2
Microphone or line-in hibernate mode, or is either the system board or the power supply. NOTE: To connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use with audio
programs.
3
Headphone connector - Using Your XPS Desktop
5
Power button and light - The...
Setup Guide - Page 30
... MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on your computer. Optional software applications enable you can access websites, setup an e-mail accout, and upload or download files. Using Your XPS Desktop
Software Features
Productivity and Communication
You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your computer to...
Setup Guide - Page 31
... icons
• Changing the color and location of the Dock
• Grouping related icons into categories
• Changing the behavior of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications,
files, and folders. Using Your XPS Desktop
Dell Dock
The Dell Dock is a group of the icons
Add a Category
1.
Setup Guide - Page 32
...recovery service that appear on your computer using a password‑protected account.
Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds.
For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com.
To schedule backups:
1. Double-click the Dell.... You can access the service on the screen.
30 Using Your XPS Desktop
Dell DataSafe Online Backup
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not...
Setup Guide - Page 41
..., go to DellSupportCenter.com. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. My Dell Downloads
NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. To register and use .
39 Go to register and download the software.
3.
Some of your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. access copies of the software pre-installed...
Setup Guide - Page 50
...:
• Backup and restore your computer to an earlier operating state
• Create system recovery media (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Restoring Your Operating System
NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in...
Setup Guide - Page 54
Select Repair Your Computer. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Select the check box to confirm that you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore.
7.
The restore...
Setup Guide - Page 64
... additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part
See:
"System Recovery Media" on page 50 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 42 "My Dell Downloads" on page 39 support.dell.com
the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals
NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your...
Setup Guide - Page 66
... Center, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. Computer Model
Dell XPS 8300
Processor
Type
Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7
System Chipset
Type
Intel H67
Drives
Internally accessible
Externally accessible
two 3.5-inch bays for SATA hard drives
two 5.25-inch bays for trayload SATA DVD+/-RW/ Blu-ray...
