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How Do You Put A Harddrive In A Dell Xps 8300

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Related Dell XPS 8300 Manual Pages

Owner's Manual - Page 1

... diagnostic 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 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...

Owner's Manual - Page 5

... Dell Diagnostics 58 Drivers 61 What Is a Driver 61 Identifying Drivers 61 Reinstalling Drivers 62 Using Windows® System Restore 63 Creating a Restore Point 63 Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State 64 Undoing the Last System Restore 64 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 65 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP...

Owner's Manual - Page 14

...• How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for components, such as a modem) Dell Support Website The Dell Support website provides several online tools,...8226; How to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online...

Owner's Manual - Page 20

...can store it on printer Transferring Information to a New Computer The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Files and Settings Transfer wizard to the USB connectors on the computer and... the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Attach the USB printer cable to move data such as a writable CD or...

Owner's Manual - Page 22

... network adapter connector on computer network cable network wall jack Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you connect your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter Before you through the process of...

Owner's Manual - Page 23

...any open programs. 2 Double-click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to the telephone wall jack before you need a ... connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and ...

Owner's Manual - Page 62

...you install drivers obtained from the ResourceCD. 1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the ResourceCD. Using the Dell Dimension ResourceCD If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see... click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on the device icon. If not, go to...

Owner's Manual - Page 63

...not required by the ResourceCD. Using Windows® System Restore The Microsoft® Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier ... To access the Windows Help and Support Center, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. Advanced Troubleshooting 63 3 When the ...

Owner's Manual - Page 67

...and exit any key. Click Exit if Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. If the operating system logo ...appears, wait until you want to recover your current Windows XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD. 4 If you see the Windows desktop...

Setup Guide - Page 5

Contents Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 5 Lifting Your Computer 6 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the Display 8 Connect the...Connect to the Internet (Optional 15 Using Your XPS Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Back Panel Connectors 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep ...

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 Dell XPS 8300 desktop. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer.

Setup Guide - Page 10

...computer has a discrete graphics card. NOTE: Your computer supports the Intel multiple monitor feature (disabled by default). Setting Up Your XPS Desktop Connect the Display If you to connect your computer to more than one monitor simultaneously. You can purchase the DVI-to-VGA ... and set the Intel Multiple Monitor Feature to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com.

Setup Guide - Page 15

... not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For more information on the screen. The Windows setup screens will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 13 Setting Up Your XPS Desktop NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. These steps are mandatory and may...

Setup Guide - Page 16

... the computer. 2. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your XPS Desktop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon...

Setup Guide - Page 17

... connection, contact your original order, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Turn on page 16. 15 If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of the TV tuner may vary by region. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of your ISP...

Setup Guide - Page 21

...drive. 5 FlexBay slot - Turns on a media card. 3 Optical drive - Can support an optional Dell FlexBay compatible device such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. Covers the ... while the hard drive activity light is inserted. 2 Media Card Reader - Using Your XPS Desktop 8 Optical drive eject buttons (2) - Indicates if a media card is blinking. 19 CAUTION...

Setup Guide - Page 23

...the line-out or S/PDIF connector at the back of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 2 Microphone or line-in connector - The light in.... 3 Headphone connector - The computer is either the system board or the power supply. Using Your XPS Desktop 5 Power button and light - Used to a pair of this button indicates the power state: &#...

Setup Guide - Page 31

... folders. Follow the instructions on the Dock and click Delete shortcut or Delete category. 2. Choose the desired option to the Dock or a category. Using Your XPS Desktop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is a group of the icons Add a Category 1. The Add/Edit Category window appears. 2. Personalize the Dock 1. Remove a Category or Icon 1.

Setup Guide - Page 32

...: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on your desktop. 2. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in all regions. Using Your XPS Desktop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in the notification area of your computer...

Setup Guide - Page 66

For more information regarding the configuration of your computer. To launch the Dell Support 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...