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How To Do A Recovery On A Xps 8300

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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. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 23 Dial-up...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

... website at support.dell.com and your computer after you install drivers obtained from the ResourceCD. 1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the ResourceCD. If not, go to step 2. If you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) on the device icon. Using Windows...

Owner's Manual - Page 63

... operating state. Advanced Troubleshooting 63 Using Windows® System Restore The Microsoft® Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your system window. 6 Click ... by your data files. 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. For ...

Owner's Manual - Page 67

...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, and then shut down the computer and try ...CD message appears, press any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System CD. The Windows XP Setup screen appears, and the operating system begins to select the highlighted partition (recommended), ...

Setup Guide - Page 5

... Power Cable 12 Press the Power Button 12 Set Up the Operating System 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 Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Back Panel Connectors...

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 8

Setting Up Your 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

... or a drawer when it to place your computer. Restricting airflow around your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 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...

Setup Guide - Page 10

... (BIOS) utility and set the Intel Multiple Monitor Feature to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. 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 adapter, HDMI-to...

Setup Guide - Page 11

Setting Up Your XPS Desktop See the following table to -DVI adapter + DVI cable) 9 Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer Cable Display DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) DVI-to-VGA (DVI-to-VGA adapter + VGA cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to identify the connectors on your computer and display.

Setup Guide - Page 12

Setting Up Your 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

A click indicates that uses a cable connection (such as a broadband device or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 11 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection is not required to the network connector. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to connect ...

Setup Guide - Page 14

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

Setup Guide - Page 15

... install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to complete. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting...

Setup Guide - Page 16

...: For information on restoring your computer to restore your operating system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. 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 computer, while preserving data files (without the...

Setup Guide - Page 17

... the TV tuner: 1. 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 computer. 2. Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center→ Tasks→ Settings→...

Setup Guide - Page 18

... the instructions on the screen to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you do not have a service outage. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your country. Before you can help you need...

Setup Guide - Page 19

... network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your ISP to complete the setup. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 17 To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to the...

Setup Guide - Page 32

... 1. 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 ..., or natural disasters. Follow the instructions that helps protect your desktop. 2. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on your computer using a password‑protected ...

Setup Guide - Page 66

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 ...