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... Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 23 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 24 Solving Problems 25 Beep Codes 25 Network Problems 26... Power Problems 27 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Using Support Tools 32 Dell Support Center 32 My Dell Downloads 33 System Messages ...
... Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 23 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 24 Solving Problems 25 Beep Codes 25 Network Problems 26... Power Problems 27 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Using Support Tools 32 Dell Support Center 32 My Dell Downloads 33 System Messages ...
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.... To prevent overheating ensure that you begin any of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 WARNING: Before you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. Restricting airflow around your...
.... To prevent overheating ensure that you begin any of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 WARNING: Before you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. Restricting airflow around your...
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NOTE: A DVI connector may be available if you purchased a discrete graphics card. Refer to the following table to identify the connectors on your computer. 6 You can purchase the HDMI-to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has integrated VGA and HDMI video connectors. NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to -DVI adapter and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display.
NOTE: A DVI connector may be available if you purchased a discrete graphics card. Refer to the following table to identify the connectors on your computer. 6 You can purchase the HDMI-to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has integrated VGA and HDMI video connectors. NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to -DVI adapter and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display.
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Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Cable Display 7
Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Cable Display 7
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer. 8
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer. 8
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... jack), you can connect it now. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 9 NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to complete your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to...
... jack), you can connect it now. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 9 NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to complete your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Power Cable CAUTION: To help avoid damaging your computer, ensure that the voltage selector switch is set for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. To locate the voltage selector switch, see "Back View Features" on page 18. 10
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Power Cable CAUTION: To help avoid damaging your computer, ensure that the voltage selector switch is set for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. To locate the voltage selector switch, see "Back View Features" on page 18. 10
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... if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS... and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 12 Create System...
... if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS... and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 12 Create System...
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... original order, you are using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on page 14. 13 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. To complete setting up your Internet connection. • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone cable...the computer is not part of your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you need an external modem or network connection and ...
... original order, you are using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on page 14. 13 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. To complete setting up your Internet connection. • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone cable...the computer is not part of your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you need an external modem or network connection and ...
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... and ISP offerings vary by country. Follow the instructions on the screen to a network. 4. If you cannot connect to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your wireless Internet connection, you get one. 14
... and ISP offerings vary by country. Follow the instructions on the screen to a network. 4. If you cannot connect to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your wireless Internet connection, you get one. 14
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.... The Connect to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop To set up your ISP to complete the setup. 15 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet...
.... The Connect to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop To set up your ISP to complete the setup. 15 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet...
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Front View Features 9 1 1 Optical drive eject buttons (2) - Eject the optical drive tray when pressed. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to headphones. 5 NOTE: To connect to USB devices that are connected 2 3 occasionally such as memory keys, digital 7 cameras, and MP3 players. 4 3 Headphone connector - Connect 8 to a powered 6 speaker or sound system, use the audio connectors on your computer. 16 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about the 10 features available on the back of your Inspiron™ desktop.
Front View Features 9 1 1 Optical drive eject buttons (2) - Eject the optical drive tray when pressed. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to headphones. 5 NOTE: To connect to USB devices that are connected 2 3 occasionally such as memory keys, digital 7 cameras, and MP3 players. 4 3 Headphone connector - Connect 8 to a powered 6 speaker or sound system, use the audio connectors on your computer. 16 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about the 10 features available on the back of your Inspiron™ desktop.
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...Helps to an audio cable for audio input. 5 Power button - Play or record CDs, DVDs, and Blu‑ray Discs (optional). Using Your Inspiron Desktop 4 Line-in the center of this button indicates the power state. Can support an optional Media Card Reader or an additional hard drive. 9 Optical ...drives (2) - Connects to a microphone for voice or to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 17 Ensure that the side with print or writing is blinking. 7 FlexBay cover - NOTE: For information ...
...Helps to an audio cable for audio input. 5 Power button - Play or record CDs, DVDs, and Blu‑ray Discs (optional). Using Your Inspiron Desktop 4 Line-in the center of this button indicates the power state. Can support an optional Media Card Reader or an additional hard drive. 9 Optical ...drives (2) - Connects to a microphone for voice or to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 17 Ensure that the side with print or writing is blinking. 7 FlexBay cover - NOTE: For information ...
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Provide access to select the voltage rating appropriate for your computer. 19 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 4 Back panel connectors - Allows to connectors on any installed PCI and PCI express cards. 6 Padlock rings - Indicates power availability on all computers. Attaches to a standard ...
Provide access to select the voltage rating appropriate for your computer. 19 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 4 Back panel connectors - Allows to connectors on any installed PCI and PCI express cards. 6 Padlock rings - Indicates power availability on all computers. Attaches to a standard ...
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Using Your Inspiron Desktop Back Panel Connectors NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the exact location of connectors may be different. Inspiron 560 Inspiron 570 1 2 3 4 5 11 10 6 7 9 8 20
Using Your Inspiron Desktop Back Panel Connectors NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the exact location of connectors may be different. Inspiron 560 Inspiron 570 1 2 3 4 5 11 10 6 7 9 8 20
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Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Your computer's model number. 2 VGA connector - Connects to front L/R speakers. 9 Line-in connector - Connects to rear L/R surround speakers. 6 Side L/R surround connector - Connect to USB devices, ...
Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Your computer's model number. 2 VGA connector - Connects to front L/R speakers. 9 Line-in connector - Connects to rear L/R surround speakers. 6 Side L/R surround connector - Connect to USB devices, ...
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Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices,... cameras and cell phones. After connecting to a disc, saved on your computer to watch videos, play games, create your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to the Internet, you can use...
Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices,... cameras and cell phones. After connecting to a disc, saved on your computer to watch videos, play games, create your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to the Internet, you can use...
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Using Your Inspiron Desktop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Right-click the Dock and click Advanced Setting.... 2. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. The Add/Edit Category window ...
Using Your Inspiron Desktop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Right-click the Dock and click Advanced Setting.... 2. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. The Add/Edit Category window ...
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... You can access the service on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. To schedule backups: 1. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that...
... You can access the service on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. To schedule backups: 1. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that...