Dell XPS 8300 Support Question
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Question posted by thatlun on February 2nd, 2014
How To Upgrade Tv Tuner Card On The Dell 8300 Xps
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
parallel connector
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 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 14
...with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Contact information, order status, warranty, and
repair information • Downloads - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Upgrade information for... support • Documentation for my computer
• How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such
as memory,
the ...
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 can access... 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 Internet
NOTE: ISPs and...
Owner's Manual - Page 62
Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer after 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 page 63) does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
... (without affecting data files) if changes to restart the computer.
4 When you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. Using Windows® System Restore
The Microsoft® Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer. Creating a Restore Point...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
... Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. The computer automatically restarts multiple times. ... has Windows XP installed and 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...
Owner's Manual - Page 88
...modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them off . NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is less than 4 GB. Any ...address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you use four 1-GB DIMMs. Current operating systems, such as Microsoft® Windows® XP...
Setup Guide - Page 4
...computer. and other intellectual property rights of the Blu‑ray Disc Association; Dell Inc.
Trademarks used in any proprietary interest in the U.S. and is a ... September 2010 P/N HPXJP Rev. Reproduction of these materials in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, XPS™, Solution Station™, and DellConnect™ are trademarks of Intel Corporation ...
Setup Guide - Page 5
... 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 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30
Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes...
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
... www.dell.com. Otherwise, connect the display using the connector on your computer and display. NOTE: Your computer supports the Intel multiple monitor feature (disabled by default). This feature allows you purchased the optional discrete graphics card, connect the display using either the integrated VGA or HDMI connector. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect...
Setup Guide - Page 15
... may take you will need to reinstall the operating system.
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information on the screen. Set Up the Operating System
Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers...
Setup Guide - Page 16
...→ All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.
3. Follow the instructions on restoring your computer to create the system recovery media:
• Dell DataSafe Local Backup
• ... Click Create Recovery Media.
4.
To create a system recovery media:
1. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery ...
Setup Guide - Page 17
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional)
NOTE: Availability of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Click Start → All ...
Setup Guide - Page 21
...optional) -
Turns
on a media card.
3 Optical drive - Can contain an additional optical drive.
5 FlexBay slot - Can support an optional Dell FlexBay compatible device such as a
...activity light -
1 Media Card Reader light - Indicates if a media card is blinking.
19 Covers the FlexBay slot.
7
USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your XPS Desktop
8 Optical drive eject buttons ...
Setup Guide - Page 27
... XPS Desktop
5 Security cable slot - Attach a standard padlock to prevent unauthorized access to the interior of your computer.
6 Padlock rings - Connects to the computer.
Attaches a commercially available security cable to the power cable. 1 Power connector - NOTE: The power supply light may vary.
2 Power supply light -
Provide access to the appropriate connectors.
4 Expansion card...
Setup Guide - Page 30
...XPS Desktop
Software Features
Productivity and Communication
You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs/DVDs/ Blu-ray Discs (optional), listen to a disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. After connecting to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards... on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment.
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Setup Guide - Page 59
... describing the reason for any of your confidential, proprietary or personal information; Dell is for credit.
57 Call Dell to obtain a Return Material Authorization Number, and write it clearly and prominently... the product to call for repair or credit, as CDs and media cards. For the telephone number to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether ...
Setup Guide - Page 66
... 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 Disc combo (optional)/ Blu-ray Disc rewritable (optional)
one 3.5-inch bay for , and upgrading...
Setup Guide - Page 74
... 31 specifications 64 support e-mail addresses 55 support sites
worldwide 55 System Messages 40 System Recovery Media 50 system reinstall options 45 System Restore 46
T
TV tuner 15
72
U
USB 2.0 back connectors 26 front connectors 19
W
warranty returns 57 Windows
Program Compatibility Wizard 36 wireless network connection 32
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