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Question posted by lagca on August 2nd, 2014
How To Change The Bios Boot Order On A Dell Xps 8300
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
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USB 2.0 connectors (2) headphone connector
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power connector voltage selection switch serial connector keyboard connector center/LFE connector line-out...
Owner's Manual - Page 14
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the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Contact information, order status, warranty, and
repair information • Downloads - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles ... XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for ? • Tips on the screen.
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Owner's Manual - Page 26
... Windows® XP operating system because Windows XP is recommended that... you cannot write to two different types of recording (see the Sonic documentation for more information). While many programs can benefit from the software manufacturer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs
Your CD-RW drive can write to that CD-R again without changing...
Owner's Manual - Page 59
... 60). NOTE: This feature changes the boot sequence for your computer through the Start menu and try again. Advanced Troubleshooting 59 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the ResourceCD 1 Insert the ResourceCD. 2 Shut down your computer. 9 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you see the Windows desktop.
If multiple versions are listed...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
...and Support Center, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. ...to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to reinstall and follow the instructions on the screen. Creating ...Using Windows® System Restore
The Microsoft® Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to restart...
Owner's Manual - Page 66
... sections in the order in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to complete. Therefore, do so.
To reinstall Windows XP, you installed the... steps in the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell ResourceCD NOTE: The ResourceCD contains drivers that came with Windows XP, disable any required drivers. After you reinstall...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
... XP installed and you want to install a new copy of Windows XP... XP Setup screen appears, and the operating system begins to boot...: The time required to boot from the CD. 6 When ...XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD. 4 If you see the Windows desktop...Booting From the Operating System CD 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key. Click Exit if Install Windows XP...
Owner's Manual - Page 68
... Windows XP Home Edition, at this time and click Next. 16 When the Who will this computer? NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from ...to complete the setup, and remove the CD. 19 Reinstall the appropriate drivers with Microsoft? www.dell.com | support.dell.com
8 If you need the Product Key number located on the back of your settings, ...
Owner's Manual - Page 107
.... 2 When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Two boxes below the title box that display your computer processor,
L2 cache, service tag, and the version number of your computer and try again. Press for devices. Boot Sequence
This feature allows you to wait until you cannot change (because they are set...
Owner's Manual - Page 108
... of the device that you can run the Dell Diagnostics on the ResourceCD, but you must set the computer to boot from the hard drive when the diagnostic tests are complete.
1 Turn on (or restart) your computer (see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 1 Enter the system setup program (see page 107...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
...the relevant number listed in place at its discretion, but any changes will apply to your Dell service tag number or order number available. SOME PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION..., and Healthcare Customers; THIS IS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT FOR WHICH WE ARE RESPONSIBLE. Dell may change the terms and availability of the invoice. WE DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES...
Owner's Manual - Page 143
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Setup Guide - Page 4
.... Information in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, XPS™, Solution Station™, and DellConnect™ are prohibited. AMD® is strictly forbidden. and is used in this document to refer to either potential damage to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in trademarks...
Setup Guide - Page 7
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
This section provides information about setting up your computer. 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.
Setup Guide - Page 10
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect the Display
If you to connect your computer to more than one monitor simultaneously. ... discrete graphics card. To enable this feature, enter the system setup (BIOS) utility and set the Intel Multiple Monitor Feature to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. NOTE: Your computer supports the Intel multiple monitor feature (disabled by...
Setup Guide - Page 15
...XPS Desktop
NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with
the Microsoft Windows operating system. The Windows setup screens will need to reinstall the operating system. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell...the Operating System
Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for ...
Setup Guide - Page 16
...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 need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc
NOTE: Dell... All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.
3. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, ...
Setup Guide - Page 17
... cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional)
NOTE: Availability of your original order, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Turn on the screen. Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center→ Tasks...
Setup Guide - Page 31
... color and location of the Dock
• Grouping related icons into categories
• Changing the behavior of icons that provides easy access to personalize the Dock.
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Using Your XPS Desktop
Dell Dock
The Dell Dock is a group of the icons
Add a Category
1. Add an Icon
Drag and drop the icon to the Dock or...
Setup Guide - Page 66
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for a Flexdock or Media Card Reader
64 Computer Model
Dell XPS 8300
Processor
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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
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