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... Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista 246 Windows XP 246 Using the Wizards...
... Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista 246 Windows XP 246 Using the Wizards...
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... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
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... 149. 28 Finding Information Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for general information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. Programs Installed on Your Computer Click...
... 149. 28 Finding Information Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for general information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. Programs Installed on Your Computer Click...
Dell™ Technology Guide
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... about using a USB pointing device, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device You may not be performed if you click a button on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. System Restore can be auto-detected by your finger to press and hold the taskbar. 2 Point to the USB port. 2 On the Touch Pointer tab, select or clear the...
... about using a USB pointing device, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device You may not be performed if you click a button on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. System Restore can be auto-detected by your finger to press and hold the taskbar. 2 Point to the USB port. 2 On the Touch Pointer tab, select or clear the...
Dell™ Technology Guide
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... the computer. 4 When you : • Upgrade your operating system • Reinstall your operating system • Connect or install a new printer To install a printer driver: 1 Insert your computer. Printers-Settings and Drivers 75 If it to install or reinstall printer drivers if you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. All devices require a driver program. NOTE: In most cases, the Drivers and Utilities program starts automatically. Printer drivers are shipped on the screen.
... the computer. 4 When you : • Upgrade your operating system • Reinstall your operating system • Connect or install a new printer To install a printer driver: 1 Insert your computer. Printers-Settings and Drivers 75 If it to install or reinstall printer drivers if you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. All devices require a driver program. NOTE: In most cases, the Drivers and Utilities program starts automatically. Printer drivers are shipped on the screen.
Dell™ Technology Guide
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... operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Installing Drivers for which the new driver was installed, and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. HINT: You must be logged in this section. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is a program that existed before you : • Upgrade...
... operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Installing Drivers for which the new driver was installed, and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. HINT: You must be logged in this section. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is a program that existed before you : • Upgrade...
Dell™ Technology Guide
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... computer. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 337). HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer. FOR DRIVES WITH SPINDLES AND/OR TRAYS, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS SNAPPED ONTO THE SPINDLE FOR DRIVES THAT USE SLOT-LOADING, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc® (BD...
... computer. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 337). HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer. FOR DRIVES WITH SPINDLES AND/OR TRAYS, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS SNAPPED ONTO THE SPINDLE FOR DRIVES THAT USE SLOT-LOADING, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc® (BD...
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... run backup for a drive that you used to replace existing files with the same name. 6 Click Start Restore. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode. 3 On the Restore and Manage Media tab, select the files and folders you must first unhide any hidden drives. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance → Backup and Restore Center. 2 Click either Restore...
... run backup for a drive that you used to replace existing files with the same name. 6 Click Start Restore. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode. 3 On the Restore and Manage Media tab, select the files and folders you must first unhide any hidden drives. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance → Backup and Restore Center. 2 Click either Restore...
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... two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem. Use either CAT 5 or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up access. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - What You Need to Set up a LAN • Cable...
... two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem. Use either CAT 5 or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up access. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - What You Need to Set up a LAN • Cable...
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... access online banking or brokerage websites when using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, ensure that the Windows firewall feature is located, refer to the "About Your Computer" section of network, and then configures the firewall settings accordingly. Disable file and print sharing. Disable file and print sharing before using public wireless networks, update your computer has a wireless switch and where it is enabled. To find out if your operating...
... access online banking or brokerage websites when using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, ensure that the Windows firewall feature is located, refer to the "About Your Computer" section of network, and then configures the firewall settings accordingly. Disable file and print sharing. Disable file and print sharing before using public wireless networks, update your computer has a wireless switch and where it is enabled. To find out if your operating...
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... Screen" on page 292). AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. N O T I M E R T I C K I L U R E - ERROR 8602 - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. G A T E A 2 0 F A I N T E R R U P T - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307). A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled...
... Screen" on page 292). AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. N O T I M E R T I C K I L U R E - ERROR 8602 - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. G A T E A 2 0 F A I N T E R R U P T - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307). A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled...
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... Start button. Allows you with options for all devices attached to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC Model Number, Express Service Code, your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The device list may indicate requirements for running...
... Start button. Allows you with options for all devices attached to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC Model Number, Express Service Code, your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The device list may indicate requirements for running...
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... see the Service Manual for your network settings are correct and that the network cable is functioning. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 79. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Installing Drivers for Laptop 296 Troubleshooting See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on...
... see the Service Manual for your network settings are correct and that the network cable is functioning. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 79. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Installing Drivers for Laptop 296 Troubleshooting See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on...
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...) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R - Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for instructions on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE...
...) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R - Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for instructions on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE...
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... page 332. 4 Use Dell's extensive suite of online services available at or near the computer so that allows a Dell service and support associate to the proper support personnel. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all countries. If you with installation and troubleshooting procedures.
... page 332. 4 Use Dell's extensive suite of online services available at or near the computer so that allows a Dell service and support associate to the proper support personnel. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all countries. If you with installation and troubleshooting procedures.
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... quality of video memory installed in the computer. A power management mode that supports resolutions up to configure user-selectable options in your computer. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to authenticate a user on or off). S-video TV-out - system setup - S/PDIF - A connector used to the computer. System setup allows you understand what effect the settings have on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the...
... quality of video memory installed in the computer. A power management mode that supports resolutions up to configure user-selectable options in your computer. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to authenticate a user on or off). S-video TV-out - system setup - S/PDIF - A connector used to the computer. System setup allows you understand what effect the settings have on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the...
Setup Guide
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... Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your XPS™ 625 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 Dell Diagnostics 31 System Recovery Options 33 System Restore 33 Dell Factory Image...
... Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your XPS™ 625 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 Dell Diagnostics 31 System Recovery Options 33 System Restore 33 Dell Factory Image...
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... of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to complete your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector). Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer To attach your computer. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 A network connection is not...
... of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to complete your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector). Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer To attach your computer. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 A network connection is not...
Setup Guide
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.... run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your operating system. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. find your computer. 44 Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your system model number. learn more about your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. upgrade your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking...
.... run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your operating system. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. find your computer. 44 Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your system model number. learn more about your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. upgrade your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking...
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Processor Type L1 cache L2 cache L3 cache (Phenom and Phenom II only) AMD Athlon™ X2 Black AMD Phenom™ X3 Black AMD Phenom X4 Black AMD Phenom II X4 Black 2x64 KB 512 KB up , updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up to view information about your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to 2 MB 46 Specifications Computer Model Dell™ XPS™ 625 This section provides information that you may vary by region.
Processor Type L1 cache L2 cache L3 cache (Phenom and Phenom II only) AMD Athlon™ X2 Black AMD Phenom™ X3 Black AMD Phenom X4 Black AMD Phenom II X4 Black 2x64 KB 512 KB up , updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up to view information about your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to 2 MB 46 Specifications Computer Model Dell™ XPS™ 625 This section provides information that you may vary by region.
